Self Funded Orthopaedics ACL surgery
St Vincent’s Private Hospital Orthopaedics team is renowned for our exceptional skills, experience, and patient-centred approach.
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AVERAGE WAITING TIME
(in the public healthcare system)Nine out of ten patients in Australia’s public healthcare system waited up to 458 days for orthopaedic surgery. (2022-23)
Source: Elective surgery access - Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (aihw.gov.au)ACL reconstruction explained
ACL reconstruction surgery is a common knee procedure to repair a torn or ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The aim of ACL surgery is to restore stability and function to the knee joint, helping patients safely return to physical activities and everyday mobility
Why self-fund your treatment
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Skip the queue
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Choose your specialist
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Private hospital care
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Tailored Care
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Fast track recovery
Self-funded ACL Reconstruction
Fee estimates overview
We offer patients the opportunity to access the benefits of advanced ACL treatment without private health insurance. Our skilled team of orthopaedic surgeons, state-of-the-art facilities and personalised care means that patients can skip the waiting lists and book in for surgery at a suitable time. Start your recovery today, and request a fee estimate below.
Fee Estimate Inclusions
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Overnight stay in private hospital care
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Theatre fees
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Prosthesis and consumables
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Surgeon fees
Additional costs
As specialists set their own consultation fee, the costs can vary considerably. For a comprehensive fee estimate, note your preferred specialist in your request.
Participating Hospitals
ACL Reconstruction Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
Self-funded surgery lets you take control of your healthcare by paying directly for private hospital treatment, even if you don’t have health insurance. Skip the long wait times, set your own schedule, and get back to your normal routine faster
No, private health insurance is not required. Self-funded surgery is a direct payment option that allows you to choose private care even if you don’t have insurance.
You can choose to pay for your treatment using personal savings or other available funds. In certain circumstances, you may also be eligible to apply for early release of superannuation on compassionate grounds, subject to ATO approval.
Once your procedure is confirmed, our hospital team will explain your estimated hospital fees and how to complete your payment securely through the Online Admissions Portal.
Yes. Self-funded patients are required to pay their estimated hospital fees before admission.
Once you’ve completed your online admission forms, our hospital team will notify you when your Informed Financial Consent (IFC) is available to review and sign. You can then complete your payment securely through the Online Admissions Portal.
Your hospital estimate is based on your planned treatment and expected length of stay. If your treatment changes, your hospital stay is extended or you require additional care, you may incur costs beyond your original estimate. This may include additional hospital accommodation or care in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or High Dependency Unit (HDU).
Fees charged separately by your treating specialist, anaesthetist or other medical practitioners may also apply.
Where urgent treatment is required, it may not always be possible to discuss additional costs before care is provided. Your hospital team can help explain any additional hospital charges.
If you've received your hospital estimate and would like to discuss the costs, inclusions, payment options or next steps, our team is here to help.
Contact us on 1300 409 227.