Media Releases
Senate Rejects MLS Threshold Bill
“The Senate’s rejection of the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS) Threshold Bill is a sensible decision which will ensure Australia’s balanced…
Private Funds Welcome Minister Roxon’s Response to Doyle Prosthesis Review
The Australian Health Insurance Association (AHIA) today welcomed Health Minister Nicola Roxon’s response to the Doyle Review of Prosthesis Listing…
Medicare Levy Surcharge Changest to Hit Pensioners Hardest: Up to $126 Increase In Private Health Insurance Premiums
The Senate is today considering the Rudd Government’s proposed increases to the Medicare Levy Surcharge thresholds. “If the Senate passes…
Private Health Funds Pay a Record $10 Billion on behalf of members
Australia’s Private Health Insurance Funds paid more than $10 billion in benefits to members during the last financial year, setting…
More Than 1,000 Extra Public Hospital Beds Needed Under MLS Change
Australia’s public hospital system will need more than 1000 additional beds to cope with the influx of patients who will…
Senate Confirms Longer Waiting Lists, Higher Premiums As a Result Of Medicare Levy Surcharge Changes
The Australian Health Insurance Association (AHIA) today welcomed the release of the Senate Economics Committee’s Report into the Tax Laws…