People in the Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales and Queensland are being hit with the highest out-of-pocket fees for private medical care in Australia, new data reveals.
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Reducing out-of-pocket costs for healthcare consumers
A new report by Mandala examines the rising burden of out-of-pocket costs for Australians using the private health system. It outlines the drivers, policy options, and the potential cost of inaction.
Health funds welcome plan to reveal thousands of specialist doctors’ fees for the first time
About 11,000 specialist doctors will be obliged to publish their fees on the Government’s Medical Costs Finder website in a big win for consumers.
Health funds call for urgent action to crack down on inflated specialist doctor fees
Too many Australians are being hit with unexpected medical bills and excessive fees from specialist doctors who are sometimes charging more than $950 for a single appointment.
Health funds offer rescue package to private hospitals in genuine need
Health funds have today put forward a proposal offering short-term financial assistance for private hospitals in areas of need that are providing essential services for health fund members.
Former Victorian Premier John Brumby appointed Independent Chair of Private Healthcare Australia
Private Healthcare Australia has appointed former Victorian Premier, John Brumby, to the position of Independent Chair.
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Jenna’s childbirth complications were eased with private cover
Suffering preeclampsia and requiring an emergency c-section, Jenna was thankful her private heath cover was there to help every step along the way.
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