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Number 1 Fertility — IVF Prices & Success Rates

Number 1 Fertility is an independent clinic, with 1 location in VIC. IVF from $600 out-of-pocket after Medicare.

RTAC AccreditedBulk-Billing IVF

Full pricing breakdown

TreatmentFeeMedicare rebateOut-of-pocket
Initial consultation$77$77$0 (bulk-billed)

IVF cycle (standard)

Advertised: $3,800 | True cost: $4,500

$4,500$3,000$600
ICSI add-on+$800+$800
Egg freezing$4,000$0$4,000
Frozen embryo transfer (FET)$1,800$900$400
IUI (insemination)$800$400$400
Embryo storage (annual)$300$300
Egg storage (annual)$300$300
Anaesthetist$500$250$250

Estimated medications

PBS subsidised — copay may apply

~$1,800PBS subsidyVaries

Out-of-pocket estimates assume standard Medicare rebates before the Safety Net threshold is reached. Actual costs may vary. Prices last verified April 2026.

Success rates — live birth rate per cycle started

Under 35

30%

-4pp below avg

National avg: 34%

35–39

22%

-3pp below avg

National avg: 25%

40+

9%

-2pp below avg

National avg: 11%

Source: Clinic website. Success rates vary by individual patient factors including age, diagnosis, and treatment protocol. Rates shown are for autologous fresh + frozen cycles. Always ask your clinic for age-specific and diagnosis-specific outcomes.

Access & affordability programs

Bulk-billing

Number 1 Fertility bulk-bills IVF procedures, meaning the clinic charges only the Medicare schedule fee. Initial consultations are fully bulk-billed ($0 gap). IVF cycles cost approximately $600 out-of-pocket — the lowest in Australia. This makes Number 1 Fertility ideal for patients prioritising affordability.

Medicare & Safety Net at Number 1 Fertility

Medicare rebates per cycle

  • IVF cycle rebate: $3,000
  • FET rebate: $900
  • Consultation rebate: $77
  • Anaesthetist rebate: $250

Safety Net impact over multiple cycles

The Medicare Safety Net threshold is $2,544.30 per year. Once reached, Medicare pays 80% of out-of-pocket costs above the schedule fee.

At Number 1 Fertility, you would likely reach the Safety Net threshold during your first IVF cycle (gap: $600). Subsequent cycles and FETs in the same calendar year would benefit from significantly higher rebates, reducing out-of-pocket costs by 30–50%.

Number 1 Fertility locations

East Melbourne

VIC

About Number 1 Fertility

Australia's only bulk-billing IVF clinic. Out-of-pocket as low as ~$600 per cycle after Medicare. Consultation is fully bulk-billed ($0 gap). Single location in Melbourne. Best option for patients prioritising cost. Simpler protocols; fewer add-ons available.

Group: IndependentRTAC: AccreditedLocations: 1number1fertility.com

Compare with other clinics in VIC

ClinicIVF OOPFET OOP

Number 1 Fertility (this clinic)

$600$400
Adora Fertility

Adora Fertility

$4,400$1,200
Next Generation Fertility

Independent

$6,100$1,250
Newlife IVF

Independent

$6,500$1,400
City Fertility

Virtus Health

$6,800$1,500
Monash IVF

Monash IVF Group

$7,200$1,650
Rainbow Fertility

Independent

$7,400$1,600
Melbourne IVF

Virtus Health

$8,100$1,900

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Frequently asked questions about Number 1 Fertility

How much does IVF cost at Number 1 Fertility?
A standard IVF cycle at Number 1 Fertility is advertised from $3,800, but the true cost including hospital and lab fees is approximately $4,500. After a Medicare rebate of ~$3,000, the typical out-of-pocket cost is $600 per cycle. Stimulation medications ($1,800), anaesthetist fees ($500), and storage are additional.
What are Number 1 Fertility's IVF success rates?
Number 1 Fertility reports live birth rates of 30% for patients under 35, 22% for ages 35-39, and 9% for ages 40+. The national average is 34% (under 35). Source: Clinic website.
Does Medicare cover IVF at Number 1 Fertility?
Yes. Medicare provides a rebate of approximately $3,000 per IVF cycle at Number 1 Fertility, reducing the out-of-pocket from $4,500 to approximately $600. The initial consultation costs $77 with a $77 Medicare rebate (gap: $0). The Medicare Safety Net provides further rebates after $2,544.30 in annual gap fees.
Where is Number 1 Fertility located?
Number 1 Fertility has 1 clinic in VIC: East Melbourne, VIC.
Is Number 1 Fertility bulk-billed?
Yes, Number 1 Fertility is Australia's only bulk-billing IVF clinic. The initial consultation is fully bulk-billed ($0 gap). IVF cycles are available from approximately $600 out-of-pocket after Medicare.

Disclaimer

Prices shown for Number 1 Fertility are indicative and based on publicly available fee schedules as of April 2026. Actual costs may vary depending on your individual treatment plan, medications, and additional procedures. Medicare rebates are estimates based on current MBS schedule fees. Always request a detailed quote from Number 1 Fertility before commencing treatment. Prescription treatments require a valid Australian prescription from an AHPRA-registered practitioner. This site does not provide medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any treatment.