![Best tips to reduce gap fees]()
OSHCstudents - Out-of-pocket expenses or gap fees for hospital treatment can really hurt, especially when you’re not expecting them. And while talking about money can be uncomfortable, it’s helpful to know there are ways you can decrease your risk of being hit with a gap-fee unexpectedly after medical treatment.
24/10/2022 | 1476 Views
![Everything you need to know about hospital costs and payments]()
OSHCstudents - When you go into a hospital, there are different costs for your treatment. These hospital costs depend on whether you are in a public or private hospital, or have private health insurance. It is essential to know what treatments you are covered for when you go to hospital, so you do not have any unexpected out-of-pocket costs after your hospital visit. You can choose to go into hospital as either a public or private patient. Even if you have private health insurance, you can still choose to be a public patient in a public hospital.
17/10/2022 | 873 Views
![How to claim Bupa OSHC online in four easy steps]()
OSHCstudents - If you pay for medical costs on the spot or afterwards, you may be eligible to claim back a portion or entire amount of the invoice.
14/10/2022 | 668 Views
![How to claim Allianz OSHC]()
You have Allianz Care Australia OSHC and wonder how to make a claim? Follow the easy steps below!
11/10/2022 | 485 Views
![Taking care of your mental health in Australia]()
OSHCstudents - While moving or travelling to a new country is usually an enriching and exciting experience, it can also have its challenges. There may be times when you feel uncertain in the unfamiliar environment, out of place or lonely. It is perfectly natural to experience these feelings, but it is important to know when something is not right.
07/10/2022 | 308 Views
![Understanding your OSHC]()
OSHCstudents - If you are a student from overseas on a temporary student visa it is a condition of your visa to maintain adequate health insurance for the duration of your stay in Australia. This means you need to purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and keep your policy up to date whilst you are in Australia and holding a student visa.
03/10/2022 | 331 Views
![What type of cover should I purchase?]()
OSHCstudents - If you are a student, you are required to have an OSHC. If you are going to Australia for work, travel or other purposes, you need to purchase an OVHC.
30/09/2022 | 412 Views
![Tips on health insurance for visitors]()
OSHCstudents - Benefits, membership costs and eligibility can vary greatly between insurers and insurance policies. When buying any health insurance take care to ensure the cover you select is suitable for your needs.
26/09/2022 | 512 Views
![What does OVHC cover?]()
OSHCstudents – Overseas Visitors Health Cover (OVHC) is a form of health insurance which is designed for visitors to Australia who do not have access to Australia’s public...
23/09/2022 | 367 Views
![Find a GP online]()
As an international student, you can search for a GP on your OSHC provider’s website. Let’s see the detailed instructions below.
19/09/2022 | 362 Views
![What costs are involved in your hospital stay?]()
OSHCstudents - There are a number of things that might make up the cost of your hospital stay, so we’ll try and break them down simply.
16/09/2022 | 413 Views
![Preparing for your trip to the hospital]()
OSHCstudents - Sometimes you don’t have the luxury to prepare for a hospital visit, such as in an emergency. However, if you’re going to the hospital for a pre-booked treatment, there are a few things you can do to make the process as smooth as possible, and help you recover as quickly as possible.
12/09/2022 | 439 Views
