Health Insurance

The COVID-19 pandemic forced us all to change the way we live. The lockdown altered fundamental aspects of our lives, not only to protect our own health but also the health and lives of others. Just...

What is couples health insurance? A couples health insurance policy is one policy that covers two adults. It can typically be taken out by married, de facto or registered couples. Couples health insurance gives you and...

What is a waiting period? When you sign up to a health insurance policy, there is usually a waiting period during which no benefit is payable for services and treatment. According to PrivateHealth.gov.au, the purpose of...

When you take out a health insurance policy, there are typically waiting periods set by the insurer. Waiting periods are periods of time when you can’t make any claims. You usually need to serve waiting periods...

According to the Australian Dental Association, the average cost of a filling is between $130 and $283, the base cost for a single root canal treatment is about $450 (not including consultations, screening or additional procedures),...

Looking for Over 50s health insurance? Find out what to look for in a seniors health insurance policy and compare health insurance for seniors.

COVID-19 has done quite a bit to shake up the health insurance industry, with health insurers extending cover and postponing premium increases, as well as offering relief to customers who have been financially impacted by the...

Over the course of the outbreak so far, Australia's national crisis support service Lifeline has responded to a record number of calls, surging to almost 90,000 a month. Lifeline's Chairman, John Brogden, said it was an...

The battle against the mental health consequences of the coronavirus pandemic is just beginning. Governments and researchers are mapping how best to prevent the predicted rise in mental health issues we face in coming months and...

Planning a family? Now is a good time to review your health insurance and apply for family health insurance.