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Aussies warned about ‘double dipping’ by medical specialists 

If you’ve used health insurance to pay for surgery in a private hospital or clinic, check your bill to make…

19 Nov 2024
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NSW residents may face higher bill for health cover next year

A ‘health tax’ passed by NSW government last week means NSW residents could face higher premiums for health insurance in…

29 Oct 2024
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Premiums predicted to rise by $114 a year 

Hospital Cover premiums could be set to rise, due to a ‘health tax’ introduced in NSW this week.   The NSW…

16 Oct 2024
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Claims for private hospital procedures rise, APRA report finds

More and more Australians are seeking private hospital treatment, new data has shown.  The latest statistics from industry regulator Australian…

29 Aug 2024
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Aussies parents paying large Gaps for obstetric care 

Australian women who choose to have their baby delivered by an obstetrician at a private hospital are paying alarmingly high…

24 Jul 2024
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Health insurers respond to Ozempic’s popularity  

One private health insurer has reduced its cover for Ozempic amid a surge of popularity for the weight-loss drug.  Last…

24 Jun 2024
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Health insurers paying more benefits than ever, report shows 

Australians are depending on their health insurance more than ever before, new data has revealed.  The latest Private Health Insurance…

23 May 2024
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Misunderstanding health insurance policy causes ‘bill shock’  

Not understanding exactly what your health insurance policy covers could leave you with ‘bill shock’ later if you need surgery…

16 Apr 2024
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Health insurance premiums to rise 3.03% on 1 April 

Australians could be paying around 3.03% more for health insurance in 2024 after 1 April.  The federal government has approved…

6 Mar 2024
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Insured Australians paying $410 for hospital treatment, new data shows

Australians with health insurance are paying an average of $410.67 out of pocket for hospital treatment, according to the latest…

5 Mar 2024
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Out-of-pocket fees up by 300%, data shows

Out-of-pocket fees for elective in-hospital procedures have increased up to 300% in the past five years, says Private Healthcare Australia….

5 Mar 2024
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Health insurance saves the government $1,434 per person

Every Australian who takes out health insurance saves the government around $1,434 a year, a recent report has found. …

5 Mar 2024
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