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Dental – Health Insurance, How Does it Work?
Dental health is an important aspect of overall health and well-being, yet many people struggle to afford necessary dental care due to the cost of the treatment. Having dental as part of your private health insurance can help alleviate the financial burden you may incur from a trip to the dentist but trying to understand…
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Other private health funds in Australia
In Australia, there are more than 30 insurers offering a wide variety of distinct private health products.#These health funds can be broadly categorised into three main types: for-profit, mutual and not-for-profit. For-profit health funds are owned by shareholders and are operated to make a profit. They are required to pay dividends to their shareholders and…
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New year, New you, have you got the right health cover this year ?
It’s a question on everyone’s mind as we kick off 2023. The start of a new year is a time for many people to reflect on their health and well-being and make changes that will improve their overall quality of life. One of the most important aspects of maintaining good health is having the right…
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I’ve never had Private Health, what should I look for?
If you’ve never had private health insurance before, it can be overwhelming to know what to look for and what you should consider when choosing a policy. In this blog post, we’ll go over some of the key things you should consider when looking for private health insurance in Australia. Some points to consider: 1.…
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Health Fund – Extra’s Benefits
Tips to get more value from your extra’s cover Here we are in 2023, at the beginning of the new calendar year and it marks the point at which most private health insurance policy extras reset. This means that any benefits you have accumulated over the course of the year, such as those for physiotherapy…
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Looking to Compare Health Insurance?
With so many health insurance policy options on the market today in Australia, it can be tricky to know which one is best for you. There are so many choices, not only the amount of health funds in the market but also different combinations of hospital, extra’s and excess cover. In this blog we will…
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Peace of mind for pregnancy cover with private health insurance
It’s a special time in many couples lives when they make the decision to start planning for a baby. Pregnancy brings a host of new and exciting feelings, taking care of your health is vital during this exciting time. In this month’s blog we’ll give you guidance on everything you need to know about planning…
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Health Insurance Waiting Periods
Waiting periods for private health insurance are normal, although they do vary when it comes to both Hospital and/or ‘Extra’s’ levels of cover, and can also vary by fund. Let’s take a look at waiting periods across the board and guide you through the basics. For more detailed information on this, we recommend speaking to an…
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What is Dental Cover?
What is it and how does it work? Dental coverage comes in two forms, general and major treatment. These will vary from fund to fund. Typically, general dental will encapsulate services such as: Preventative dental Check-ups Cleaning Plaque removal X-rays Small Fillings While major dental will pay benefits on more involved treatments like: Crowns Bridge…
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Finding the right level of cover
Navigating your way through the landscape of Private Health Insurance can be confusing and complex. I’m still young enough, do I need cover for joint replacements? We think we’ve finished with pregnancy, should I take it off now or wait a little bit longer? I don’t know what extra services are, how do I know…