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Older Australians among biggest Budget losers as health insurance rebate cut hits seniors
More than three million older Australians – including more than 400,000 pensioners with private health insurance – will be hit…
Health insurance rebate cut for over 65s will put regional private hospitals at risk
Private Healthcare Australia (PHA) has warned the Federal Government’s proposed changes to the private health insurance rebate for older Australians…
Seniors face health insurance bill shock of up to $1,600 a year under Government rebate changes
Older Australians could be hit with health insurance price rises three times higher than younger Australians from April next year,…
Health insurers urge government to continue rebate discounts for Australians over 65s on low incomes, including aged pension
Health insurers are calling on the Government to exempt Australians aged over 65 on low incomes — including those on…
Cuts to private health insurance rebate disappointing for older Australians, health insurers say
The Government’s decision to cut the Private Health Insurance Rebate will disappoint thousands of older Australians, says Dr Rachel David,…
Top health insurance claims revealed: New data shows what Australians use their cover for at every life stage
New national data reveals Australians rely on private hospital care at every stage of life – from neonatal intensive care…