Our Implanon clinic in Ballincollig and Cork is a GP-led contraceptive implant service, based at our practice in Ovens — consultation, insertion under local anaesthetic, and removal or replacement when the time comes, all in one place. Free for ages 17–35 under the HSE Free Contraception Scheme; outside the scheme, insertion is €95. For the full clinical picture — how the implant works, the procedure, aftercare and side effects — read our Implanon information sheet.
Implanon Clinic in Ballincollig & Cork
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Implanon Clinic in Ballincollig & Cork
Who Pays What
- Ages 17–35 — HSE Free Contraception SchemeFree
- Implanon insertion only€95
- Implanon removal only€140
- Removal and new implant, same visit€200
- Consultation only€65
- Medical or GP visit cardCall us
Book by phone: +353 21 735 5499. The scheme covers everything — consultation, prescription, the device and fitting or removal — from your 17th birthday until the day before your 36th; bring your PPS number. Outside the scheme, the device is collected at your pharmacy on our prescription. Full fee list.
Ready to book?
The Implanon Clinic is booked by phone — ask for an Implanon Clinic appointment. You do not need to be an existing patient of the practice, and if you are using the Free Contraception Scheme, bring your PPS number. Would you like us to look after the rest of your care too? You can apply to join the practice.
- CALL +353 21 735 5499
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Implanon cost in Cork?
Free for ages 17–35 under the HSE Free Contraception Scheme — consultations, prescriptions and device fitting or removal are all covered; just bring your PPS number. Outside the scheme: insertion is €95, removal is €140, and removal with a new implant fitted in the same visit is €200. A consultation on its own is €65. The device itself is collected at your pharmacy on our prescription.
How long does Implanon last?
Up to three years. It can be removed at any time before that if your plans change, and a replacement can be fitted in the same visit.
Do I need to be a patient of Salutem Clinic?
No — the Implanon Clinic is open to everyone, and no referral is needed. Call +353 21 735 5499 to book. If you would like us to look after the rest of your care too, you can apply to join the practice.
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