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  • Informed clinical consent: what you need to know What does clinical consent mean for your health care? Plus how you ensure you’re fully informed about your procedure and any extra costs. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/informed-clinical-consent
  • Avoiding unexpected doctor’s costs Understanding doctors' fees and charges is the key to avoiding out-of-pocket costs. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/doctors-costs
  • Health insurance and out of pockets: The questions to ask your doctor A conversation with your doctor can help you avoid out-of-pocket costs. Here's how. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/health-insurance-out-of-pocket-gap-costs-questions
  • Why and how you should ask for a second opinion A second opinion may help you feel more informed about your options, even if you’ve got a good relationship with your GP or specialist. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/second-opinion
  • What should you pack for a hospital stay? Find out what you can pack in your hospital bag to make your stay as comfortable as possible, from clothes to snacks and creature comforts. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/packing-for-hospital
  • Choosing the right health specialist The truth about IVF, including fertility and success rates in Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/choosing-the-right-specialist
  • Preparing your child for hospital Here’s how to make the hospital experience less stressful for you and your child. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/preparing-your-child-for-hospital
  • Medical tourism: what are the risks? The risks of travelling overseas for surgery, particularly cosmetic surgery. Does insurance cover you? And will you really save money? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/medical-tourism-what-are-the-risks
  • Bringing style to hospital gowns Traditional hospital gowns have had a chic makeover thanks to this fashion start-up. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/stylish-hospital-gowns
  • Inpatient vs outpatient services, and what you can claim on your health insurance Going to hospital? We find out the difference between inpatient and outpatient services and what you may be able to claim for. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/treatments-and-procedures/inpatient-vs-outpatient-services
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