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Does OSHC (Overseas student health cover) cover for Covid-19 (part2)?

1. What are the specific treatments or healthcare services under covered for the students?

If the service has a MBS item number assigned to it and the member is covered for Outpatient services then benefits will be provided. If the member is admitted to hospital for treatment of COVID-19 symptoms then benefits would be provided in line with the product and any admission criteria.

2.In case the students feel unwell or they have signs (symptoms) of coronavirus infection, where do the need to visit to be covered if they want to test (GP or hospital)?

GP’s and outpatient pathology companies can provide testing for COVID-19, it would be advised that the member calls the practice prior to attending to ensure appropriate isolation can occur.

3.  If the students test positive for Covid-19, How could the be covered? And do they need to check the waiting period?

Waiting periods would be reviewed to ensure there were no signs or symptoms prior to join, in addition to reviewing any other relevant claiming criteria or legislation.
When visiting a GP, OSHC will pay the cost of the consultation, laboratory testing that is required to confirm whether you have the coronavirus – for any specialist services, such as pathology testing as listed on the MBS (Medicare Benefits Schedule). Find a GP who we have an agreement with (aka a direct billing provider) may help to reduce the amount to pay upfront for the consultation.
How to find a GP: https://oshcstudents.com.au/vi/student-insurance-au/

4. Does OSHC have any limited service items or special conditions that the clients need to follow?

Most of the time, symptoms will clear without treatment, however if the condition is severe or complications present, or home is not a suitable option (e.g. you are staying in a hostel) you may be required to be admitted into hospital for observation or treatment of any symptoms. In some States, screening and treatment for communicable diseases such as the novel coronavirus will be free of charge when provided at a Public Health Organisation. Where this is not the case, your OSHC can help in the following ways by paying for eligible (terms & conditions may different for each OSHC provider):

  • Emergency ambulance transport to hospital
  • Accident and emergency department charges in a Public or Private hospital
  • Outpatient clinic services required for follow up consultations in a Public hospital
  • Private patient accommodation in a Public or Private hospital for included services*
  • Doctor’s charges for in-hospital services as listed on MBS*
  • Prescription only pharmaceuticals (subject to relevant policy limits, co-payments and per item benefits)

Please note that a 12 month waiting period applies to hospital admissions for pre-existing conditions (PECs). A PEC assessment will be required to be completed, with the treatment assessed by OSHC medical advisor. No benefits are payable for PECs within the 12 month PEC waiting period, however this waiting perid will be waived where the treatment is considered ’emergency treatment by the OSHC medical advisor’.

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Baek Ah Yeon

I trust Allianz Care since it is one of the largest insurance companies in Australia, with the medical centres where I only have to pay for what is left from insurance support. (no need to claim later). Besides, those centres are located at the centre of the city, close to schools. Very convenient, right? Credits to Allianz Care for providing reliable medical centres for health check and treatments.

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Ariella Pei

I’ve been living with homestay family for 2 years. I’m now 19, I can move out but I don’t want to leave my host, who has become my family. It feels like I’ve met my second family. Thanks OSHCstudents for sending me to this homestay!

Ariella Pei | University of Canberra

Chatchawat Paton

I realised how important insurance was when I started living in Australia. There I switched to using Allianz Care instead of the previous service. Allianz Care is extraordinarily good in its consulting service and customer care. I’ve learned a lot about Australian health care, also I was consulted with mental issues and how to live a healthy lifestyle. I am very happy now.

Chatchawat Paton | Torrent University

Phuong Anh

Having lived in Australia for 2 years, I’ve been reliant on AHM OSHC to pay for my health care, which supports me for other expenses. Last year, I sent my claim requests for several times and always received the claims within two days. Everything is easy, fast and simple.

Phuong Anh | Victoria University

Xiaoyu Cheng

Thanks to Allianz Care, every time I claimed my medical receipts it processed much more quickly and easily than I expected. I was initially a bit concerned since Allianz Care is more expensive than other insurance companies, but now I can ensure that it is totally worth the money.

Xiaoyu Cheng | Monash University

Emma

My homestay was very comfortable and convenient. My host was really kind. He showed me where to shop, which buses to catch, where the nearest train station is, to get off at which station so that I wouldn’t be taken to another suburb. Travelling was easy since the place was close to public transports. It only took 30 minutes to get to my college, actually I could go anywhere easily!

Emma | Macquarie University

Jing Zhang

When told that I was going to live with an Italian family, I was pretty nervous and doubted whether or not they could speak English well as the local people? Yet it was no longer a problem when I saw them. They knew the problems of people who first came to Australia and always tried to help me. I learned so many things about both Australian and Italian culture and enjoyed tasty Italian meals every time. Awesome!

Jing Zhang | Griffith University

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