The little-known list of medical devices which is driving up your health insurance costs11 February 2022A little-known list of medical devices used in surgeries is contributing to health insurance premium hikes despite repeated efforts for reform. Dubbed the Prostheses List, it covers about 11,000 items used by hospitals ranging from joint replacement components, dental implants and bone screws to soft tissue replacements, cardiac stents and artificial skin.Read More
HIF reconfirms it will return any claims savings made to members if elective surgeries are cancelled21 January 2022HIF reconfirms it will return any claims savings made to members if elective surgeries are cancelled.Read More
HIF renews its partnership with the Perth Wildcats; closing in on a decade of supporting the Championship Team01 December 2021The Health Insurance Fund of Australia (HIF) has renewed its partnership with ten-time NBL championship team the Perth Wildcats.Read More
HIF makes first steps towards Reconciliation01 December 2021We’ve hit a milestone on our journey to reconciliation. Our very first Reconciliation Action Plan (REFLECT) has now been submitted and endorsed by Reconciliation Australia. While we are proud of the foundational steps we have made, we acknowledge we have a long journey ahead of us to truly understand and respect what reconciliation means.Read More
HIF gives $2.8 million back to its members29 November 2021Proud to confirm HIF will be distributing $2.8 million back to its eligible members with approximately 50,000 policies receiving payments ranging from $15 per policy, for a single with Extras only cover, up to $90 per policy for HIF families with both Hospital and Extras cover.Read More