Referral Estimates for Vets
Referral estimates give you a clear picture of what to expect for your pet’s care, from costs and treatment details to the time involved.
Partner Clinics for Consults and Clinical Anaesthesia
Veterinary Specialist Services (VVS)
24/34 Goggs Rd, Jindalee QLD
104 Eastlake St, Carrara QLD
1-15 Lexington Rd, Underwood QLD
Brisbane Vet Specialist Centre (BVSC)
2/57 Old Northern Rd, Albany Creek QLD,
Clinical Anaesthesia
| Estimate Amount | Inclusion | |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Anaesthesia – Category 1 | $800.00 | For short or routine procedures (up to 3 hours). Suitable for ASA 1–2 and some ASA 3 patients. Includes specialist assessment, monitoring, and recovery. |
| Specialist Anaesthesia – Category 2 | $1200.00 | For longer or complex procedures (3–5 hours). Suitable for ASA 3–5 or high-risk cases. Includes full anaesthetic assessment, tailored plan, continuous monitoring, and post-operative support. |
| Specialist Anaesthesia – Full Day | $2500.00 | Whole-day booking (up to 10 hours). For long, complicated, or critical procedures requiring full-time specialist supervision. |
| Additional Procedure Time | $250.00/hr | For additional procedure duration beyond the initial booking. |
| Advanced Procedures – Standalone | $250.00 | Ultrasound-guided or regional nerve blocks, arterial/central line, epidural catheter, CSF collection, or complex vascular access. Excludes consumables. |
| Emergency Anaesthesia (After Hours) | $500.00/hr (min. $1,500) | Emergency cases outside consulting hours (Mon–Thu 8am–5pm). Charged per hour. |
Consults
| Estimate Amount | Inclusion | |
|---|---|---|
| Anaesthetic Consultation | $250.00 | Pre-anaesthetic evaluation and risk discussion, in person or via video. |
| Pain Management Consultation | $300.00 | Comprehensive pain management consultation (1–1.5 hours). Includes detailed assessment and tailored management plan. |
| Repeat Consultation / Acupuncture | $160.00 | Follow-up appointment or acupuncture session (30–40 min). |
| CPD / In-Clinic Training & Equipment Services | from $500.00 | Customised in-clinic training sessions and equipment support – includes troubleshooting, recommendations, sourcing, and training. |
| Specialist Advice (Informal) | $100.00/day | Informal case management or advice for veterinarians. Available in person or via telemedicine. |
Note: Additional or custom training, advisory, and support packages are available on request.
Telemedicine
| Estimate Amount | Inclusion | |
|---|---|---|
| Anaesthetic Planning (Remote) | $300.00 | Anaesthetic assessment and planning only – no on-site monitoring. |
| Specialist Advice | $100.00/day | Informal case management and advice for veterinarians via telemedicine. |
Travel
| Estimate Amount | Inclusion | |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Fee | $200.00 | Travel charge for practices outside the greater Brisbane area (Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba – other areas POA). |
Cancellation Policy, Disclaimer & Consulting Hours
Consulting Hours:
8:00am–5:00pm Monday to Thursday.
Cases booked outside these hours will incur a surcharge.
Cancellation Policy:
Please contact us to reschedule appointments booked less than 24 hours in advance.
Disclaimer:
The services provided by VAPMC Pty Ltd and its subsidiary practitioners are advisory in nature. It is the responsibility of the treating clinician to ensure they are familiar with and comfortable implementing any techniques or strategies suggested, and to verify their suitability for the patient’s clinical situation.