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Australian consumers back private health during COVID-19, as public hospital waiting times soar
CEO of Private Healthcare Australia, Dr Rachel David, said the increase in private health fund membership in the December quarter…
Urgent reforms needed to protect Australia’s health system in COVID-19 world
Private Healthcare Australia is calling for urgent reforms to protect timely access to healthcare and the well-being of Australia’s population.
PHA’s proposal delivers a fairer, more affordable system for Australian families
Private Healthcare Australia CEO Dr Rachel David said a scare campaign by big MedTech is designed to protect supernormal profits…
Lowest average PHI premium increase in two decades
Australian health funds have delivered the lowest premium increase in two decades, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to members during what…
Restoring the means-tested PHI rebate to 30% will ensure the sustainability of Australia’s mixed healthcare system
Private Healthcare Australia’s CEO, Dr Rachel David, said APRA’s September quarter data confirmed that the restoration of the private health…
Health funds increase claims paid to members, despite the financial impact of COVID-19
Australian health funds’ average claims ratio (the benefits paid on behalf of members) increased to 88% in the year to…