Health Insurance

If you need a hip replacement, you may have concerns about how much it will cost you. Here are some of the relevant factors to keep in mind.

Some Australians have been mandated to cover their face with a mask before leaving the house or risk facing a $200 fine. Here we break down what type of face masks have been officially recommended in Australia, and where can you get one.

Couples looking to start a family may be interested to know how having a child could affect their health insurance premiums. The good news is that if you stay on the same policy, having a child...

Many health insurers postponed increasing premiums in April this year for a period of six months, to provide immediate budget relief to Australians during a time of uncertainty. That six-month clock is about to strike on...

While the thought of planning for the unexpected may not be appealing, an ACD may provide more certainty with the oversight of your future healthcare wishes. It may also relieve the anxiety and stress of your...

In August 2013, the Australian Government introduced the Home Care Packages Program (replacing the existing Community Aged Care Program) to help eligible older Aussies access affordable care services at home – from assistance with everyday tasks...

Every year millions of Australians make their way to hospital emergency departments (ED), but in many cases, there are suitable alternative options for care that could save you time and help to reduce pressure on the...

What is Medicare? Medicare is Australia’s universal health insurance scheme. It is available to all Australian citizens and most Australian residents. Medicare gives you access to a range of health services and medications for free or...

To help answer these questions and debunk some of the common cold and flu myths, we’ve enlisted the help of Dr David King, an Academic General Practitioner from the University of Queensland. In light of the...

Medicare provides cover for some people and certain dental treatments, but the eligibility criteria mean many of us need to foot the entire bill ourselves. However, if you have a health insurance policy that covers dental,...