Articles tagged Reform (9)
A greater reform effort is needed to keep health insurance affordable
We welcome further government reforms to private health insurance, but they must be focused on improving affordability and sustainability in the long term. Major changes are needed if we are to protect Australia's strong public-private healthcare system.
We know what the issues are, so let’s get on and fix them together
This week, we've heard a lot about the challenges Australia's high-quality health system faces. We may have different perspectives on the way forward, but there is a great deal the healthcare sector agrees on.
Hundreds accessing mental health services through waiver
New data shows Medibank customers have spent more than 20,000 days in hospital for urgent mental health care after they were able to access the mental health upgrade waiver.
More affordable health insurance for young Australians
Young Australians will have access to more affordable private health insurance with Medibank and ahm introducing a discount for young adults.
Medibank and ahm helping regional and rural customers
Medibank and ahm are easing the cost burden on customers in remote areas requiring hospital treatment by introducing a rural and regional travel and accommodation allowance.
CEO Speech: A sustainable private health system for the benefit of millions of Australians
The next two years will be crucial to ensuring we deliver a more financially sustainable private healthcare system while continuing to provide high-quality care to the millions of Australians who entrust us with looking after their health.
Medibank and ahm leading the charge on reforms
Medibank and ahm have launched new reform compliant products ahead of the introduction of the Government reforms to private health insurance.
Medibank response to recommendations from the Ministerial Advisory Committee on Out-of-Pocket Costs
We welcome the Australian Government’s decision to accept the recommendations of its committee set up on out-of-pocket costs
Medibank submission to the Australian Labor Party's Discussion Paper on the proposed Productivity Commission inquiry into the Private Health Sector
The Australian Labor Party is exploring the possibility of a Productivity Commission inquiry into the private health sector and we welcome the opportunity to contribute to this.