HIF member, Sean Weragoda explains how he avoided the Medicare Levy SurchargeHIF member, Sean Weragoda discusses his experience with HIF and why he purchased GoldVital Hospital Cover to avoid the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS)Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF announces partnership with new Network Ten show, Everyday Health.Exciting news! HIF has partnered with Everyday Health, a brand new show on Channel 10 which will air for 13 weeks from today through to September. Click through to find out more...Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF rejects CHOICE’ claims about junk policiesLeading national not-for-profit health fund, HIF, has hit back at claims from CHOICE that it sells a "junk" insurance policy. HIF Managing Director Graeme Gibson said he is extremely disappointed in CHOICE for its unbalanced and incorrect information criticising several health funds. Find out more...Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF remains very competitive in the market following latest premium increase announcement.The Health Insurance Fund of Australia (HIF) remains one of Australia’s most competitively priced health insurance funds following the Federal Government’s premium increase announcement today. Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF to Support Surfers Across Australia with Announcement of Continued National PartnershipHIF and Surfing Western Australia are pleased to announce a continuing partnership for 2016, following the success of their work together over the last four years. Surfing WA managing director Mark Lane said this week, "Surfing is synonymous with a healthy lifestyle and has been proven to provide both mental and physical health benefits. The growth of our partnership is a testament to the strength of our aligned objectives, keeping our community safe, happy and healthy.”Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Beeliar family in training for the SIDS and Kids Sunshine Beach RunPerth - have you registered for the SIDS & Kids WA 'Sunshine Beach Run' yet? Belinda Goosen is just one HIF employee preparing to put in some miles running at her local beach as part of her pre-event training program. In this article, we chat to Belinda and HIF Managing Director, Graeme Gibson, about why the Sunshine Beach Run is such an important annual event.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Australia's Top 50 Baby Names in 2015Ever wondered what names are trending right now? Your wish is our command! Here are the top 25 boys names and the top 25 girls names for 2015.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Who Claimed What in 2014-15?Ever wondered how many claims we process and pay out each year? Here’s some vital stats for the 2014-15 financial year.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Chooses Rescue Dogs to Star in New Advertising CampaignHIF's Executive Manager Business Development, Anne Humphrey, discusses our new advertising campaign starring local rescue dogs, and explores new research into the positive impact pets can have on our health. Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Local Market Open to Insurance ChoiceHIF's Executive Manager Business Development, Anne Humphrey, talks to Business News WA and discusses HIF's recent rapid growth.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Member Competition - Win an Apple Watch!Want to win an Apple Watch valued at $499? It's easy! Click through to the article for full details and instructions.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF and Wildcats keep playing on the same teamHIF and the Perth Wildcats are pleased to announce a renewed three-year partnership, following the success of their work together over the last two seasons. Wildcats managing director Nick Marvin said this week, “Some time ago we walked away from junk food and alcohol sponsorship so it is terrific to have HIF remaining on board with us to help promote healthy living and to have those shared values."Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Optical Benefits to Improve on June 1Great news for HIF members - we're simplifying our optical benefits from June 1, so you can claim more on glasses and contacts in future! Find out more...Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Improves Hospital Coverage and Medical Benefits for MembersHIF’s hospital coverage has gotten even better over the last 12 months. Now HIF members are covered for private treatment at almost 1,300 hospitals around Australia – that’s 534 private overnight hospitals and day facilities for inpatients, plus 750 public hospitals. Read on to learn more about our improved hospital coverage across Australia, our latest no-gap arrangements and our in-home hospital services.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Beats the Pack at Rate Rise TimeNational not-for-profit health insurer HIF remains the best value health insurer for members following the Federal Government’s premium increase announcement for 2015.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Bloggers' New Year's ResolutionsEver wondered how professional health experts motivate themselves for the year ahead? We were curious too, so we quizzed our panel of bloggers on their new year's resolutions for 2015...Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Year in Review 2014Got a few minutes to spare? Grab a cuppa and check out our new Year in Review video!Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Canstar Rates HIF Hospital Cover "Five Stars for Outstanding Value"Following last year’s Canstar award for their suite of Extras insurance policies, HIF has this year topped the list for Private Hospital Cover (WA) with yet another five star rating for Outstanding Value, beating 35 other health funds in their home state including HBF, Bupa and Medibank. Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
"Why do I need private health insurance?"This week we received the following question on our Facebook page: "Why pay for private health insurance when you have to also pay a gap? Why do we need it when Medicare and the public system is something I've already paid for through my tax?". Read on to see our response...Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Health Cover for Same-Sex CouplesAfter recently identifying a point of confusion in the market, HIF believes it’s important for consumers to know that same-sex relationships can be covered on HIF’s couple and family health insurance policies.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Perth Wildcats are the NBL Champions for 2013-14 CONGRATULATIONS to the Perth Wildcats on an incredible finals clash against the Adelaide 36ers. As diamond partner, HIF Australia could not be prouder of our team as they took out the 2013/14 NBL championship for the sixth time! Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF is Best Value for Health Insurance with Lowest Average Premium IncreaseNational not-for-profit health insurer HIF remains the best value health insurer for members following the Federal Government’s premium increase announcement for the 2014-15 financial year.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Donates Jet-ski to WA Surfers and Extends Partnership Across NationWest Australian surfers can rest a little easier now after HIF yesterday presented a critical water safety jet-ski today to Surfing WA to use at more than 28 events held state-wide, attracting thousands of competitors annually.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment
HIF Awarded Five Stars for Outstanding Value by CANSTARHIF's range of Extras cover choices has been awarded a FIVE STAR rating for ‘Outstanding Value’ in the prestigious CANSTAR Health Insurance Awards 2013.Category:HIF NewsRead MoreWrite a Comment