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Extras cover for international students and visitors to Australia

Extras cover for international students and visitors to Australia

OSHCstudent- Extras cover is a type of health insurance that covers a range of services that aren’t included under the OSHC/OVHC scheme. If you purchase an extras policy, you’ll pay regular premiums to be covered for the services listed in your policy. These services are typically subject to annual and lifetime limits.
How much does specialist charge?

How much does specialist charge?

OSHCstudents - Find out what costs might be involved in a specialist appointment, who will pay, and how much is covered by your private insurance.
What’s a specialist?

What’s a specialist?

OSHCstudents - If you’re planning to visit a specialist, see all things you need to know about a specialist to best prepare for your appointment.
Best tips to choose a GP

Best tips to choose a GP

OSHCstudents - If you’re seeking treatment for a physical or mental health concern, a general practitioner is likely your first point of contact. They help everyone from newborns to older adults. When choosing a GP, it is important to consider the following points.
How much does an ambulance cost in Australia?

How much does an ambulance cost in Australia?

OSHCstudents - In an emergency, you might need an ambulance. The cost of ambulance varies across the states of Australia. Know the cost of each state so you can be prepared beforehand.
What to do when it’s not an emergency?

What to do when it’s not an emergency?

OSHCstudents - If you get sick, and it’s not an emergency, your general practitioner or ‘GP’ is often your first point of contact. Let’s take a look at how to find a GP, understand what a consultation can include, as well as what it might cost you.
How to prepare for an emergency?

How to prepare for an emergency?

OSHCstudents - A medical emergency could happen to you or your family at any time. Being prepared can help you to know what to do, if you or someone around you, needs urgent medical assistance.
What should I do when I feel sick?

What should I do when I feel sick?

OSHCstudents - Feeling unwell? Find out where to go, who to call, and what your options are when you or your family are sick.
How to claim your hospital payment

How to claim your hospital payment

OSHCstudents - After your hospital stay, there’s often lots of paperwork and costs to work through. We’ll take a look at what the paperwork means, and how to navigate the claims process for private health insurance.
How to avoid unexpected out of pocket costs?

How to avoid unexpected out of pocket costs?

OSHCstudents - When being admitted to hospital as a private patient, you may have to contribute toward the cost of your treatment. So how can you avoid these costs?
What is included in hospital cover?

What is included in hospital cover?

OSHCstudents - If you choose to use private health insurance to pay for your hospital treatment, it’s important to understand what’s generally included so you can get the most out of your cover.
Who pays for your hospital treatment?

Who pays for your hospital treatment?

OSHCstudents - Healthcare can be expensive, especially if you need to fund hospital treatment. Find out what options you have to pay for your treatments.