At Somnia Specialist Anaesthesia, our top priority is providing exceptional medical care to our patients. We believe in being transparent about our billing policies to ensure that our patients have a clear understanding of our fees and any potential out-of-pocket expenses.
Our fees may occasionally exceed those set by medical aid schemes due to factors such as the complexity and duration of the procedure, as well as the expertise required from our anaesthesiologists. If your medical aid scheme does not cover the full cost of our fees, you will be responsible for the balance, which we accept payment for by EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer). If you have GAP cover, please inform us.
We have contracts with selected medical schemes and exceptions, which include patients over the age of 65 who are pensioners, patients with PMB conditions, Joint care/Major joints for Life patients having a hip or knee replacement, and all Discovery plans when the procedure is done at a day hospital. If you have concerns about your ability to pay for our services, please contact our billing department at admin@somnia.co.za. We comply with all relevant laws and regulations governing medical billing and coding, including fee transparency and disclosure. We will provide you with an itemised bill that outlines the services we provided and the fees we charged.
Please note that all private patients will receive a quote before the service, and full settlement is required before the procedure. This is a quote, and the final amount invoiced may be more, in which case you will be invoiced, or less, in which case you will be refunded.
We do not claim directly from health insurance companies, as they differ from medical aid schemes and are underwritten by insurance providers not regulated by the Council for Medical Schemes. These patients will be managed as private patients, and we will provide the necessary invoices to claim back from your insurance. If you have any questions or concerns about our billing policies, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to assist our patients in any way possible.
All plans are charged at Discovery Classic rates, except for the plans listed below, where the applicable scheme rates or contracted rates will be charged. If your medical aid is not listed below, you will have a shortfall between the fees we levy and what your medical aid will pay. The total account balance remains the responsibility of the main member.
Pelvic & Abdominal Pain Management at Somnia Interventional Pain Services Understanding Pelvic & Abdominal Pain
Pelvic and abdominal pain can be debilitating, ajecting mobility, digestion, and overall well-being. These conditions may arise from surgical complications, nerve dysfunction, endometriosis, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, or cancer-related pain. When pain
persists despite conventional treatments, interventional pain management techniques can provide significant relief.
At Somnia Interventional Pain Services, we use minimally invasive procedures to help patients manage their pain ejectively and restore their quality of life.
Our Treatment Options for Pelvic & Abdominal Pain
We ojer advanced, targeted procedures designed to provide long-lasting relief for chronic pelvic and abdominal pain.
• Superior Hypogastric Plexus Block & Neurolysis – A highly ejective procedure for managing pain related to gynaecological, urological, or colorectal conditions. • Ganglion Impar Block & Radiofrequency (RF) Ablation – Targets nerve clusters involved in perineal and coccyx pain, commonly used for coccydynia and pelvic pain syndromes.
• Pudendal Nerve Block & RF Ablation – Provides relief from chronic pelvic pain associated with pudendal neuralgia.
• Splanchnic Nerve Block & Neurolysis – Addresses severe abdominal pain caused by pancreatitis, cancer, or other chronic conditions.
• Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric/Genitofemoral Nerve Blocks – Used to treat post surgical pain, chronic inguinal neuralgia, and scrotal pain.
Not sure which treatment is right for you? Our specialists will conduct a thorough assessment and create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Why Choose Somnia Interventional Pain Services?
• Expertise in Pain Management – Led by Dr. Nico Basson’s team; specialists in interventional pain treatment.
• Minimally Invasive Solutions – Focused on reducing pain without surgery whenever possible.
• Personalised Approach – Every treatment plan is tailored to your condition for the best possible outcome.
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Take control of your pelvic and abdominal pain today.
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