consultation fees

noun

UK /ˌkɒnsəlˈteɪʃən fiːz/

US /ˌkɑːnsəlˈteɪʃən fiːz/

Money you pay to talk to a doctor or expert.

The consultation fees at the clinic are quite reasonable.

SYNONYMS

professional fees service charges advisory fees doctor's charges expert fees

RELATED WORDS

appointment clinic doctor payment invoice

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The cost charged by a lawyer for an initial meeting with a client.

She asked about the consultation fees before booking the lawyer.

3. Charges billed by a consultant for giving professional advice.

The company budgeted for consultation fees in the project plan.

4. Payments made for a formal discussion with a specialist.

Consultation fees vary depending on the specialist's experience.