• About Pap tests or Pap smears
• What is a Pap test?
• Where can I have a Pap test?
• When should I have Pap tests?
• How much do Pap tests cost?
• Pap test reminder letters
• Benefits of the Pap test
• What to expect for your first Pap test
• Tips to assist you
• Limitations of the Pap test
• Other tests
• Who should have Pap tests or Pap smears?
• The human papillomavirus (HPV)
• The cervical cancer vaccine
• Abnormal Pap test (or Pap smear) results and treatment
• Cervical cancer

How much do Pap tests cost?

Two costs are involved with Pap tests - the doctor's consultation fee and the laboratory fee (to get the cells taken during the Pap test assessed). Some doctors, clinics and health centres 'bulk bill' and if so, there are no out-of-pocket expenses for women.

If a fee is charged, the cost to you will be the difference between the Medicare rebate and the doctor and laboratory fees. In some cases you may be required to pay the full cost for the consultation and laboratory fee and then claim the rebate from Medicare.

Ask what the cost will be when you make your appointment. To find clinics near you that bulk bill, visit our online directory.

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