Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC)

Everyone in New Zealand has access to no-fault comprehensive injury cover through ACC, and we will work with you to make a claim for reconstructive surgery if it falls into our area of expertise. We are able to assist with the assessment and treatment of scars, injuries to the hands, trauma wounds, disfiguring burns and loss of tissue, as well as other reconstructive procedures. For more information visit the ACC website or contact them directly.

Medical Insurance

While most aesthetic plastic surgical procedures are considered cosmetic and are not typically covered by health insurance, there are procedures that have significant medical benefit and so may be covered under some plans. These include breast reduction, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty and ptosis correction. Health insurance plans also typically cover reconstructive and medical procedures such as breast reconstruction or hand surgery. As a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider, we are able to provide guidance on whether your procedure is likely to meet eligibility criteria. We are also able to provide a diagnosis and treatment plan to support your claim. However, for details of what your specific policy covers, it’s best to check with your insurance provider. Southern Cross’s eligibility guidelines can be found here, or you can contact them directly.

Nova Medical Finance

Thoughtful and expertly performed plastic surgery has the power to be life-changing. Unfortunately, however, although we aim to keep our pricing as accessible as we can, we know that not everyone is able to afford surgery without exploring flexible payment options. That’s why we’ve partnered with Nova Medical Finance, New Zealand’s only specialist medical financier. Nova is run by doctors and other medical professionals, and works closely with the medical profession to ensure the best outcomes for patients. As a specialist medical financier they understand the need for flexibility, sensitivity and discretion when it comes to all things medical. They offer some of the lowest personal loan interest rates available. If you would like to finance your treatment through Nova, you can apply via their online application form.