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OpEd – Public blind spot on private hospitals

Recent statements made by the Health Minister and private hospital community suggesting new rules to raise benefit ratios for hospital procedures might make for good… read more about OpEd – Public blind spot on private hospitals

Health funds deliver value, but rebate reduction threatens affordability

Members Health has welcomed today’s publication of the quarterly private health insurance data by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA). The data, released today, shows… read more about Health funds deliver value, but rebate reduction threatens affordability

Cuts to private health insurance rebate to hurt consumers

The Australian Government has announced that private health insurance premiums will increase by an average of 3.73 percent from 1 April 2025. Matthew Koce, CEO… read more about Cuts to private health insurance rebate to hurt consumers

End ban on health insurance funds helping cover rising GP out-of-pocket fees!

Members Health, the umbrella body for not-for-profit health funds, is calling for an immediate end to the Government ban on health insurers helping cover soaring… read more about End ban on health insurance funds helping cover rising GP out-of-pocket fees!

More Australians embracing private health benefits

Members Health has welcomed today’s publication of the quarterly private health insurance data by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA). The data, released today, shows… read more about More Australians embracing private health benefits

Private Hospital Viability Check reinforces importance of private health

Members Health has welcomed today’s release of the Federal Government Private Hospital Sector Financial Health Check. “The Government report reaffirms the ongoing importance of private… read more about Private Hospital Viability Check reinforces importance of private health