Fertility Plus accepts both public and private referrals. Patients can also refer themselves directly for a private consultation and do not need a letter from their family doctor if they are being seen privately.
For a publicly funded appointment
To be seen for a publicly funded appointment, certain eligibility criteria must be met. These include:
- Women must be less than 40 years of age at the time of referral.
- Both partners must be New Zealand resident(s) or possess a work permit for at least two years.
- Women must have a body mass index of less than 32.
- Women must be non-smokers for at least three months.
The following test results must be attached to a couple’s referral:
- Semen analysis
- Antenatal screening bloods
- A cervical smear taken within the last 12 months
- HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C serology (male and female)
- FSH levels on day 2-4 of a cycle (done within the last 6 months)
- Progesterone level 6-8 days before a period
Your GP will send a public referral to the Northern Regional Fertility Service at:
PO Box 24 587
Royal Oak
Auckland 1345
Fax: (09) 630 9874
For a private consultation
If you are not eligible for a publicly funded referral, or you wish to be seen more quickly, you can be referred for a private consultation or make a self referral using the following contact details for information and prices:
Ph: (09) 630 9943 Ext 27520
Fax: (09) 631 0728