It costs $230 out-of-pocket to see a dermatologist. Many Australians go without – despite soaring skin cancer rates

A report reveals that the average out-of-pocket cost for a first dermatologist visit in Australia is $230, with follow-ups at nearly $190, leading many patients to forego necessary care. Costs have risen steeply in Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania, according to Cleanbill, a health directory.