Vitalis Home Infusions
Vitalis nurses are experts in providing affordable iron therapy at home, plus a range of other infusion treatments to energise and revitalise.
Comfort and convenience
Around one in three Australians is deficient in iron. This can leave people feeling constantly exhausted and weak. If this sounds like you or you suspect you may have iron deficiency, you should consult a doctor – who may prescribe intravenous (IV) iron infusions as treatment.
Instead of having to visit a clinic or other location, Vitalis safely carries out Iron IV infusions at home, along with other infusion therapies, in consultation with your treating specialist – for maximum patient comfort and convenience.
With Vitalis, IV infusion treatments can be given at home for a range of conditions, including:
- Iron deficiency anaemia
- Multiple sclerosis
- Motor Neurone Disease
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis).
Benefits of Vitalis Home Infusions
- NSQHS-accredited service from the comfort, convenience and privacy of home.
- Service provided by a team of experienced and credentialed Registered Nurses and staff doctors who are passionate about excellence in patient care.
- Affordable treatment (see FAQs below for prices and cost breakdown).
- No travel time and costs.
- Shorter hospital stays and less time off work.
- The Vitalis Home Infusions service is covered by many private health insurers, generally with no out-of-pocket expenses.
- The Vitalis Home Infusions service is also available (via a referral from your GP) on a user-pays basis.
What services does Vitalis provide?
Vitalis Health specialises in meeting the clinical and personal needs of every patient. As well as identifying and understanding critical issues, we ensure patients are heard and included in their treatment and care planning. Our healthcare-at-home services are available both privately (health insurance or user pay) and publicly through public health systems, government departments and the NDIS. They include:
Home Care Services
Virtual and Remote Services
Care at Home Services
Hospital at Home Services
Vitalis Stories
Vitalis Health’s purpose is to enable anyone who chooses to be, and who can be, to be cared for at home. We believe this delivers the best clinical outcomes and patient experience. In our blog, we highlight the innovations behind and results of being able to deliver top-quality healthcare at home in Australia.
Patient engagement in the Vitalis Virtual Program
International Nurses Day: What Florence Nightingale would think of healthcare today
From reactive healthcare to proactive care
Short-stay hospitals and value-based care
The value of respite care: Supporting families, enabling Independence
Why Home Care is a better alternative to nursing homes for many elderly Australians
Transitional care: Where healthcare meets home
How Vitalis Home Care helps people with dementia
FAQs
What is an iron infusion (iron therapy)?
An iron infusion (also known as iron therapy) is a means of treating iron deficiency intravenously. It is a straightforward procedure that generally takes up to about an hour.
How do I get an iron infusion at home?
You need a prescription from a GP in order to get an iron infusion. You can then contact Vitalis and we will advise if we are able to give you an iron infusion in your home. Once confirmed, a trained Vitalis nurse will visit you at home to give you the infusion and also monitor you before, during and after the treatment.
What accreditations does Vitalis have?
Vitalis is one of only three hospital-at-home providers to be accredited to NSQHS standards. This means you can be assured of receiving hospital-standard treatment throughout your iron infusion process.
Are your nurses Vitalis employees?
Yes, every Vitalis nurse is a direct employee, not a subcontractor. This ensures quality of care and means you will never be in the position of having to directly pay our nurses.
How much do iron infusions from Vitalis Health cost?
An iron infusion from Vitalis Health costs $288.96. This includes:
- $234.10 – Nursing visit and travel up to approximately 40 minutes from Vitalis Health’s St Leonards Head Office (for patients who live further away, the nursing visit cost is adjusted to account for the additional travel time required)
$29.86 – iron infusion consumables
$25 – Ferrinject 1g (you can choose to provide your own iron product, in which case you won’t be charged for Ferrinject, bringing your overall cost down to $263.96).Â
Please contact us for more information or to discuss other infusion treatment you may need.
How do I pay for an iron infusion from Vitalis Health?
Iron infusions are provided on a user-pays basis. Please contact us for more information.