Explore orthopaedic services at Port Moresby General Hospital. Find information about the assessment and care of bone, joint and musculoskeletal conditions.
Port Moresby General Hospital is focused on achieving the best clinical outcomes for our patients. These results are achieved through the clinical expertise of our doctors and nursing staff.
We regularly review our clinical outcomes to ensure we continue to provide the highest quality care. These reviews are benchmarked against other Australian, European, and US centres and are consistently reviewed to ensure our outcomes are amongst the best in our region.
Major orthopaedic trauma procedures include hemiarthroplasty, open reduction and internal fixation, dynamic hip screw procedures, intramedullary locking nails, joint fusion and amputation.
Intermediate services include selected fracture fixation procedures, arthroscopy, cancellous screws, Rush pins, TENS nailing and external fixation.
Minor orthopaedic procedures include debridement, K-wire procedures and joint aspiration.
Medical reports are available for police matters, compensation, workers insurance claims and motor vehicle insurance.
The following costs are based on the supplied Port Moresby General Hospital Orthopaedic Trauma Services schedule for 2021.
| Implants / Procedure | Public (PGK) | Private (PGK) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemiarthroplasty | 500.00 | 10,000.00 |
| ORIF – Plate & Screws | ||
| Femur | 200.00 | 8,000.00 |
| Tibia | 200.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Ankle | 200.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Humerus | 300.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Dynamic Hip Screw | 500.00 | 10,000.00 |
| Intramedullary Locking Nail | 300.00 | 10,000.00 |
| K-Nail | 200.00 | 2,500.00 |
| Costotransversectomy | 100.00 | 2,000.00 |
| Joint Fusion | 100.00 | 2,000.00 |
| Amputation | 100.00 | 2,000.00 |
| Implants / Procedure | Public (PGK) | Private (PGK) |
|---|---|---|
| ORIF – Plate & Screw | ||
| Forearm | 200.00 | 3,000.00 |
| TBW | 50.00 | 2,500.00 |
| Cancellous Screws | 50.00 | 2,000.00 |
| Rush Pin | 100.00 | 2,500.00 |
| TENS Nailing | 100.00 | 3,000.00 |
| Arthroscopy | 100.00 | 3,000.00 |
| External Fixation | 350.00 | 2,500.00 |
K200 is refunded upon removal.
| Procedure | Public (PGK) | Private (PGK) |
|---|---|---|
| Debridement / K-wire | 50.00 | 1,000.00 |
| Joint Aspiration | 50.00 | 500.00 |
| Report Type | Public (PGK) | Private (PGK) |
|---|---|---|
| Police | Free | 1,000.00 |
| Compensation (Any Form) | 500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| Workers Insurance Claims | 500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| Motor Vehicle Insurance | 500.00 | 2,500.00 |
The above cost DOES NOT include the operation fees. All open reduction and internal fixation may be regarded as major operation.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Few categories of patients will be exempted as per SSMOs or Managements directions.
* Fees subject to change.
Our Orthopaedic Services are supported by experienced clinical teams committed to quality care, trauma management and achieving the best possible clinical outcomes for our patients.
Healthy bones, joints and muscles are essential for movement, independence and everyday life. Our Orthopaedics team provides specialised care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.
From assessment and treatment through rehabilitation and recovery, our multidisciplinary teams work together to help patients regain mobility, strength and confidence.
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