Question 1

Is private health insurance extras worth it in Australia?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your healthcare usage. Use our free calculator to compare policies based on your expected dental, optical, physio and other services. The calculator shows your net outcome after premiums and limits.

Question 2

How do I compare health insurance extras policies?

Accepted Answer

Enter your state, cover type (single/couple/family), and the healthcare services you expect to use. Our calculator compares thousands of policies and shows which ones offer the best value for your situation.

Question 3

What is included in extras cover?

Accepted Answer

Extras cover (also called ancillary or general treatment) typically includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropractic, remedial massage, podiatry, psychology and other allied health services not covered by Medicare.