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Medibank health insurance offers insurance solutions to over 3.8 million people across Australia and New Zealand1. If you’re looking for private health insurance to support you in your time of need, Medibank has got your covered.
Medibank has been providing health insurance cover to Australians for over 40 years1. As one of the largest health provider networks in the country, Medibank has the knowledge and experience required to help you achieve optimum health.
Medibank understand that cost is a major factor when it comes to choosing a health insurance policy, and offer a diverse range of options to suit every budget. The fact that Medibank has agreements with most of the private hospitals in Australia means that members have greater choice when it comes to taking control of their health.
Medibank has a health insurance policy to suit people from all walks of life. It doesn’t matter who you are or what your situation is, Medibank has a plan for you.
Medibank understand that the level of health insurance you require may change from time to time. They have a wide range of policies to support you at every stage of your life.
With Medibank hospital and extras cover6, finding a health insurance plan has never been easier. Simply choose the level of hospital cover you require, then match it with an extras cover and you have a readymade plan that’s right for you.
Here are the hospital and extras options you can choose from:
Hospital cover:
Extras cover:
Provides cover for a wide range of common hospital treatments7. Hospital cover also gives you access to around-the-clock advice from Medibank nurses via their 24/7 health advice line, and unlimited emergency ambulance cover.
Medibank extras cover offers you a flexible range of options designed to suit your individual needs8. With Medibank extras you can choose between a wide range of non-hospital treatments such as dental, optical, physio, remedial massage, and chiro.
You never know what’s around the corner, but with Medibank accident cover you'll receive the benefits of top level hospital cover in a public hospital if the worst does happen9. Medicare will also cover the cost of your emergency ambulance to hospital.
If a medical emergency does occur the last thing you want to do is worry about paying unexpected bills. Medicare ambulance offers unlimited emergency ambulance so all you have to focus on is your health10.
Once you’re over the 6 month waiting period, Medibank extras offers you 100% back on all prescription glasses and contacts with any recognised provider, up to annual limits11.
Medibank offers you 100% back on your annual check-up at over 6,700 Members’ Choice dentists throughout Australia. This excludes x-rays, and waiting periods apply12.
Medibank’s growing family packages allows you to choose a level of cover that suits your lifestyle and budget13. Please note that a 12 month waiting period applies to obstetric services.
Medibank young adults cover doesn’t just protect you if you get sick, it also allows you to take advantage of special offers on gym membership, movie tickets, and discounts on some of your favourite brands14.
With Medibank, managing your health insurance has never been easier. Medibank offer on-the-spot claiming so you won’t be out of pocket for long periods of time14. Simply swipe your Medibank membership card at one of their outlets and your claim will be processed on the spot. All you have to do is pay the balance.
Medibank has also created an online tool that allows you to update your details, organise your payments, and make claims. ‘My Medibank’ allows you to search for Members' Choice providers, access your policy details, and check your extras limits without leaving the comfort of your home.
To become a Medibank member or to find out more about the services they offer, call 134 190 or pop into one of the Medibank outlets listed on their website.
While we don’t compare Medibank health insurance policies, at iSelect you can still compare health policies from our range of health funds. It’s easy to compare, and you can review policies side by side, and select the one which suits you. Compare online, or call us today on 13 19 20.
iSelect does not compare or sell Medibank products. Medibank is not an iSelect partner, nor is iSelect commercially affiliated with Medibank in any way. For a full list of the providers iSelect does compare, please visit our partners page.
Sources:
1. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/why-medibank/
2. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/singles/
3. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/couples/
4. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/family/
5. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/single-parents/
6. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/hospital-extras-cover/
7. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/hospital-cover/
8. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/extras-cover/
9. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/cover/basic-accident-ambulance/
10. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/cover/ambulance-cover/
11. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/optical/
12. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/dental/
13. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/pregnancy/
14. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/young-adult-cover/
15. https://www.medibank.com.au/health-insurance/using-your-co
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