Health Insurance - August 25th Is naturopathy covered by health insurance? Would you like to see a naturopath but aren't sure if it's covered by your health fund? We share which natural therapies are available under Australian health insurance.
Health Insurance - August 19th What is an EAP and what does it include? What is an Employee Assistance Program or EAP? Is it really free and confidential? Canstar reports.
Finance News - August 9th Paid vaccine leave could help Aussies get the jab, so who’s offering it? Some companies are offering paid time off for employees to get vaccinated against COVID. We look at what support may be available.
Finance News - July 27th Health fund cards in Apple Pay to see claims return to customer bank accounts faster Health insurance customers of Bupa, Medibank, nib and GU Health can now make a claim when they visit their GP simply by tapping their iPhone or Apple watch at the terminal.
Finance News - July 22nd What is Lifetime Health Cover loading? Canstar’s overview of Lifetime Health Cover (LHC) loading and how to avoid it. Could you save money on your health insurance?
Health Insurance - June 11th A guide to the private health insurance rebate The private health insurance rebate is means tested against your age and income threshold. If you're eligible, how much of a rebate could you get?
Health Insurance - June 9th Commonwealth Seniors Health Card benefits Canstar explains the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC) and who is eligible to receive cheaper medicine, health care and other benefits using the card.
Budgeting & Saving Money - May 21st Is private health insurance worth it? Here are some considerations that could help you decide on whether private health insurance is right for you.
Health Insurance - May 21st Which health insurer has the most satisfied members in 2021? Find out who won Canstar's 2021 Most Satisfied Customers - Health Insurer Award and what mattered most to consumers when assessing their provider.
Health Insurance - May 4th Ambulance cover in Victoria Learn about how ambulance cover works for residents of Victoria, both within the state and elsewhere in Australia, and what it covers.
Health Insurance - April 30th The Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS): What is it and how much does it cost? Private hospital cover could mean more than just peace of mind should you require hospitalisation, it may also help you avoid the Medicare Levy Surcharge. We take a look at how much it costs.
Health Insurance - April 16th Ambulance cover in New South Wales Learn about how ambulance cover works for NSW residents, both within their home state and interstate, and what it covers if you need to claim.
Budgeting & Saving Money - March 26th How one phone call saved me $2,200 a year “You saved me how much?” is not something I am used to saying when it comes to bills. But that was the case when I made just one call, and managed to slash one major yearly...
Finance News - March 25th 6 ways to give yourself a discount on health insurance this year With another premium hike looming, many Australians may be looking for ways to give themselves a discount on private health insurance. Here's how you can too.
Budgeting & Saving Money - December 16th How could a vaccine help the Australian economy return to normal? COVID-19 vaccinations have begun in the UK, the US and Canada, with Australia planning to start inoculating in the coming months. Could a vaccine help the Australian economy and way of life return to normal?
Health Insurance - November 10th Canstar reveals the winners of its 2020 Health Insurance Awards Canstar reveals which health insurers are offering 5-Star Rated health insurance policies in 2020.
Health Insurance - October 26th Hip replacements and your hip pocket: Some of the costs explained 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.
Coronavirus - September 25th Could you save before private health insurance premiums rise on 1 October? For many Australians, the holiday from paying higher health insurance premiums is about to end. It's not too late to save money on health insurance though, one expert explains. Many health insurers postponed increasing premiums in...
Health Insurance - September 23rd Advance care directives: control over your future care Do you have any plans in place around what might happen if you were to become suddenly and acutely unwell? An advance care directive (ACD) may provide some sense of control. But what is an ACD,...
Health Insurance - September 16th A Guide to Home Care Packages in Australia A 2020 survey of over 10,500 people ordered by the Aged Care Royal Commission found that many older Australians were concerned about going into residential aged care, with a majority saying they would prefer to receive...