Hernia - Specialist Surgeon - Breast, Abdomen and Face

Obtaining Medicare Coverage for Abdominoplasty Surgery (Tummy Tuck) in Newcastle, NSW

June 5, 2024May 24, 2024 by Dr Bernard Beldholm

Medicare will cover your tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery if it is deemed medically necessary. If you meet the specified criteria, such as if the excess skin and fat are affecting your work and daily life, you may qualify for a Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Item Number. Are you worried that

Abdominoplasty Hernia Repair

February 3, 2024May 1, 2020 by Dr Bernard Beldholm

A tummy tuck with hernia repair provides a two-in-one solution for patients who wish to repair a hernia while at the same time removing unwanted loose skin on the tummy from pregnancy or major weight loss. A single surgery can fix both, reducing pain and downtime for the patient. What is a hernia?