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Choosing Health Cover

We help with the questions you should ask when considering which private health insurance and coverage is right for you

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Why do I need private health insurance?

Private health cover helps fill in the gaps Medicare leaves

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How to compare health insurance to get the most value

Choosing the best policy isn't just about price

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5 health insurance questions that could save you money

Get the best value from your cover with our five questions

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What is the Medicare Levy Surcharge and do I pay it?

The only Medicare Levy Surcharge guide you'll need

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Why it's important to review your health insurance

Does your health insurance match your needs and lifestyle?

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What is extras cover and do I need it?

What exactly is Extras cover and do I even need it?

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Switching Health Insurance – What You Need To Know

We answer the biggest questions you have about switching

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A guide to saving money on your health insurance cover

A few small changes can make a big difference

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What’s the best private health insurance in Australia?

A guide to help find the best health cover for you

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Choosing the right health insurance for you

Health insurance can be a confusing topic, so knowing what the right type is for you and your needs is important

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Lifetime Health Cover: I've turned 31 this year, what does that mean for private health insurance?

Turning 31? Time to check your private health insurance

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Agents: The nib difference

We make health cover easy for international students

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Are you on basic cover? 7 signs it’s time to upgrade

7 signs it's time to upgrade to a more comprehensive policy

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3 millennials on why they’re keeping their private health insurance

You might be surprised at what they find most valuable

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Member benefits across every product tier

Here are eight benefits you can access as an nib member

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A family guide to private health insurance

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Why should I keep private health insurance?

You might be asking yourself, “Do I need health insurance?”

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An over 50s guide to health insurance

Our private health insurance guide for baby boomers.

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When do you move from singles to couples cover?

4 questions to ask before moving to couple's cover.

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