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$57.75*
$ after April 1
$57.75*
Minimum direct debit period
/ Fortnightly
30 day cooling off period
Join now with peace of mind
* Assumes a 4% discount for direct debit and 0% aged based discount. Any rebate and Lifetime Health Cover loading listed above has been factored into the price. Price includes cover for non-student dependants aged 23 and over.Price excludes cover for non-student dependants aged 23 and over.
Beny members discount has been applied.
Hospital cover benefits
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Excess is halved for Day Surgeries and waived for Dependants
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Cover for essential Clinical Categories including lung and chest, joint reconstructions, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer
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Unlimited emergency ambulance transportation, as well as two ambulance attendances per person per calendar year, where you are not taken to hospital
Extras cover benefits
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Preventative and general dental including examinations, most fillings and simple extractions
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Complex and major dental including root canals, surgical extractions, crowns, bridges and dentures
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Optical, physio, chiro, remedial massage, and a wide range of other services
Essential Choice (Bronze Plus) Hospital cover
Inclusions
Waiting period
For example: psychoses such as schizophrenia, mood disorders such as depression, eating disorders and addiction therapy.
For example: blood clotting disorders and bone marrow transplants.
Treatment for cancers of the blood is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: carpal tunnel, fractures, hand surgery, joint fusion, bone spurs, osteomyelitis and bone cancer.
Chest surgery is listed separately under lung and chest.
Spinal cord conditions are listed separately under brain and nervous system.
Spinal column conditions are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Joint reconstructions are listed separately under joint reconstructions.
Joint replacements are listed separately under joint replacements.
Podiatric surgery performed by a registered podiatric surgeon is listed separately under podiatric surgery (provided by a registered podiatric surgeon).
Management of back pain is listed separately under pain management. Pain management that requires a device is listed separately under pain management with device.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: stroke, brain or spinal cord tumours, head injuries, epilepsy and Parkinson's disease.
Treatment of spinal column (back bone) conditions is listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: breast lesions, breast tumours, asymmetry due to breast cancer surgery, and gynecomastia.
This clinical category does not require benefits to be paid for cosmetic breast surgery that is not medically necessary.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Surgical treatment of cancer is listed separately under each body system.
For example: surgery to remove wisdom teeth, and dental implant surgery.
For example: oesophageal cancer, irritable bowel syndrome, gall stones and haemorrhoids.
Endoscopy is listed separately under gastrointestinal endoscopy.
Hernia and appendicectomy procedures are listed separately under hernia and appendix.
Bariatric surgery is listed separately under weight loss surgery.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: damaged ear drum, sinus surgery, removal of foreign bodies, stapedectomy and throat cancer.
Tonsils, adenoids and grommets are listed separately under tonsils, adenoids and grommets.
The implantation of a hearing device is listed separately under Implantation of hearing devices.
Orthopaedic neck conditions are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Sleep studies are listed separately under sleep studies.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: retinal detachment, tear duct conditions, eye infections and medically managed trauma to the eye.
Cataract procedures are listed separately under cataracts.
Eyelid procedures are listed separately under plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: colonoscopy, gastroscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
Non-endoscopic procedures for the digestive system are listed separately under digestive system.
For example: endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, female sterilisation and cervical cancer.
Fertility treatments are listed separately under assisted reproductive services.
Pregnancy and birth-related conditions are listed separately under pregnancy and birth.
Miscarriage or termination of pregnancy is listed separately under miscarriage and termination of pregnancy.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Digestive conditions are listed separately under digestive system.
For example: torn tendons, rotator cuff tears and damaged ligaments.
Joint replacements are listed separately under joint replacements.
Bone fractures are listed separately under bone, joint and muscle.
Procedures to the spinal column are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Podiatric surgery performed by a registered podiatric surgeon is listed separately under podiatric surgery (provided by a registered podiatric surgeon).
For example: kidney stones, adrenal gland tumour and incontinence.
Dialysis is listed separately under dialysis for chronic kidney failure.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: lung cancer, respiratory disorders such as asthma, pneumonia, and treatment of trauma to the chest.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: male sterilisation, circumcision and prostate cancer.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: treatment of nerve pain and chest pain due to cancer by injection of a nerve block.
Pain management using a device (for example an infusion pump or neurostimulator) is listed separately under pain management with device.
- - accommodation; and
- - the cost of a prosthesis as listed in the prostheses list set out in the Private Health Insurance (Prostheses) Rules, as in force from time to time.
Note: Insurers are not required to pay for any other benefits for hospital treatment for this clinical category but may choose to do so.
For example: melanoma, minor wound repair and abscesses.
Removal of excess skin due to weight loss is listed separately under weight loss surgery.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: sleep apnoea and snoring.
More Inclusions
For example: carpal tunnel, fractures, hand surgery, joint fusion, bone spurs, osteomyelitis and bone cancer.
Chest surgery is listed separately under lung and chest.
Spinal cord conditions are listed separately under brain and nervous system.
Spinal column conditions are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Joint reconstructions are listed separately under joint reconstructions.
Joint replacements are listed separately under joint replacements.
Podiatric surgery performed by a registered podiatric surgeon is listed separately under podiatric surgery (provided by a registered podiatric surgeon).
Management of back pain is listed separately under pain management. Pain management that requires a device is listed separately under pain management with device.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: stroke, brain or spinal cord tumours, head injuries, epilepsy and Parkinson's disease.
Treatment of spinal column (back bone) conditions is listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: breast lesions, breast tumours, asymmetry due to breast cancer surgery, and gynecomastia.
This clinical category does not require benefits to be paid for cosmetic breast surgery that is not medically necessary.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Surgical treatment of cancer is listed separately under each body system.
For example: surgery to remove wisdom teeth, and dental implant surgery.
For example: oesophageal cancer, irritable bowel syndrome, gall stones and haemorrhoids.
Endoscopy is listed separately under gastrointestinal endoscopy.
Hernia and appendicectomy procedures are listed separately under hernia and appendix.
Bariatric surgery is listed separately under weight loss surgery.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: damaged ear drum, sinus surgery, removal of foreign bodies, stapedectomy and throat cancer.
Tonsils, adenoids and grommets are listed separately under tonsils, adenoids and grommets.
The implantation of a hearing device is listed separately under Implantation of hearing devices.
Orthopaedic neck conditions are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Sleep studies are listed separately under sleep studies.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: retinal detachment, tear duct conditions, eye infections and medically managed trauma to the eye.
Cataract procedures are listed separately under cataracts.
Eyelid procedures are listed separately under plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: colonoscopy, gastroscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).
Non-endoscopic procedures for the digestive system are listed separately under digestive system.
For example: endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, female sterilisation and cervical cancer.
Fertility treatments are listed separately under assisted reproductive services.
Pregnancy and birth-related conditions are listed separately under pregnancy and birth.
Miscarriage or termination of pregnancy is listed separately under miscarriage and termination of pregnancy.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Digestive conditions are listed separately under digestive system.
For example: torn tendons, rotator cuff tears and damaged ligaments.
Joint replacements are listed separately under joint replacements.
Bone fractures are listed separately under bone, joint and muscle.
Procedures to the spinal column are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Podiatric surgery performed by a registered podiatric surgeon is listed separately under podiatric surgery (provided by a registered podiatric surgeon).
For example: kidney stones, adrenal gland tumour and incontinence.
Dialysis is listed separately under dialysis for chronic kidney failure.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: lung cancer, respiratory disorders such as asthma, pneumonia, and treatment of trauma to the chest.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: male sterilisation, circumcision and prostate cancer.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: treatment of nerve pain and chest pain due to cancer by injection of a nerve block.
Pain management using a device (for example an infusion pump or neurostimulator) is listed separately under pain management with device.
- - accommodation; and
- - the cost of a prosthesis as listed in the prostheses list set out in the Private Health Insurance (Prostheses) Rules, as in force from time to time.
Note: Insurers are not required to pay for any other benefits for hospital treatment for this clinical category but may choose to do so.
For example: melanoma, minor wound repair and abscesses.
Removal of excess skin due to weight loss is listed separately under weight loss surgery.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: sleep apnoea and snoring.
Exclusions
For example: retrieval of eggs or sperm, In vitro Fertilisation (IVF), and Gamete Intra-fallopian Transfer (GIFT).
Treatment of the female reproductive system is listed separately under gynaecology.
Pregnancy and birth-related services are listed separately under pregnancy and birth.
For example: sciatica, prolapsed or herniated disc, spinal disc replacement and spine curvature disorders such as scoliosis, kyphosis and lordosis.
Joint replacements are listed separately under joint replacements.
Joint fusions are listed separately under bone, joint and muscle.
Spinal cord conditions are listed separately under brain and nervous system.
Management of back pain is listed separately under pain management. Pain management that requires a device is listed separately under pain management with device.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
For example: peritoneal dialysis and haemodialysis.
For example: heart failure and heart attack, monitoring of heart conditions, varicose veins and removal of plaque from arterial walls.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Stapedectomy is listed separately under ear, nose and throat.
For example: replacement of shoulder, wrist, finger, hip, knee, ankle, or toe joint.
Joint fusions are listed separately under bone, joint and muscle.
Spinal fusions are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Joint reconstructions are listed separately under joint reconstructions.
Podiatric surgery performed by a registered podiatric surgeon is listed separately under podiatric surgery (provided by a registered podiatric surgeon).
For example: treatment of nerve pain, back pain, and pain caused by coronary heart disease with a device (for example an infusion pump or neurostimulator).
Treatment of pain that does not require a device is listed separately under pain management.
For example: burns requiring a graft, cleft palate, club foot and angioma.
Plastic surgery that is medically necessary relating to the treatment of a skin-related condition is listed separately under skin.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Treatment for the baby is covered under the clinical category relevant to their condition (provided your baby is included under your cover). For example, respiratory conditions are covered under lung and chest.
Female reproductive conditions are listed separately under gynaecology.
Fertility treatments are listed separately under assisted reproductive services.
Miscarriage and termination of pregnancy is listed separately under miscarriage and termination of pregnancy.
For example: gastric banding, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy.
More Exclusions
Stapedectomy is listed separately under ear, nose and throat.
For example: replacement of shoulder, wrist, finger, hip, knee, ankle, or toe joint.
Joint fusions are listed separately under bone, joint and muscle.
Spinal fusions are listed separately under back, neck and spine.
Joint reconstructions are listed separately under joint reconstructions.
Podiatric surgery performed by a registered podiatric surgeon is listed separately under podiatric surgery (provided by a registered podiatric surgeon).
For example: treatment of nerve pain, back pain, and pain caused by coronary heart disease with a device (for example an infusion pump or neurostimulator).
Treatment of pain that does not require a device is listed separately under pain management.
For example: burns requiring a graft, cleft palate, club foot and angioma.
Plastic surgery that is medically necessary relating to the treatment of a skin-related condition is listed separately under skin.
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer is listed separately under chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer.
Treatment for the baby is covered under the clinical category relevant to their condition (provided your baby is included under your cover). For example, respiratory conditions are covered under lung and chest.
Female reproductive conditions are listed separately under gynaecology.
Fertility treatments are listed separately under assisted reproductive services.
Miscarriage and termination of pregnancy is listed separately under miscarriage and termination of pregnancy.
For example: gastric banding, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy.
Key
Essential Choice (Bronze Plus) Extras cover
Claim up to $2,300 per person, per calendar year
Extras covered
Yearly limits (per person)
/what you get
back
Waiting periods
For prescription glasses, contact lenses or repairs provided by a recognised optometrist in private practice. Excludes non-prescription sunglasses and contact lenses, and optical consultations.
$200 per person
Up to 100% of the cost per item
6 months
Includes sports physiotherapy and hydrotherapy
Includes hydrotherapy
Combined maximum of $350 per person
60% of the consultation fee
2 months
2 months
Combined maximum of $250 per person
60% of the consultation fee
60% of the chiropractic x-ray fee
Limit of one chiropractic x-ray per person
2 months
Combined maximum of $200 per person
60% of the consultation fee
2 months
2 months
2 months
Excludes podiatric surgery
$200 per person
60% of the consultation fee
2 months
$200 per person
60% of the consultation fee
2 months
$100 per person
60% of the consultation fee
2 months
For approved travel vaccines, supplied
and administered in Australia prior to
departure and for the purpose of
overseas travel
$100 per person
60% of the cost per script
0 months
Essential Choice (Bronze Plus) cover cover
Claim up to $2,300 per person, per calendar year
Extras covered
For prescription glasses, contact lenses or repairs provided by a recognised optometrist in private practice. Excludes non-prescription sunglasses and contact lenses, and optical consultations.
Yearly limits (per person)
$200 per person
Up to 100% of the cost per item
Waiting Periods
6 months
Includes sports physiotherapy and hydrotherapy
Yearly limits (per person)
Combined maximum of $350 per person
60% of the consultation fee
Waiting Periods
2 months
Includes hydrotherapy
Yearly limits (per person)
Combined maximum of $350 per person
60% of the consultation fee
Waiting Periods
2 months
Yearly limits (per person)
Combined maximum of $250 per person
60% of the consultation fee
60% of the chiropractic x-ray fee
Limit of one chiropractic x-ray per person
Waiting Periods
2 months
Yearly limits (per person)
Combined maximum of $200 per person
60% of the consultation fee
Waiting Periods
2 months
Yearly limits (per person)
Combined maximum of $200 per person
60% of the consultation fee
Waiting Periods
2 months
Excludes podiatric surgery
Yearly limits (per person)
$200 per person
60% of the consultation fee
Waiting Periods
2 months
For approved travel vaccines, supplied and administered in Australia prior to departure and for the purpose of overseas travel
Yearly limits (per person)
$100 per person
60% of the cost per script
Waiting Periods
0 months
Essential Choice (Bronze Plus)
From
$57.75*
$ after April 1
$57.75*
Minimum direct debit period
/ Fortnightly
30 day cooling off period
Join now with peace of mind
* Assumes a 4% discount for direct debit and 0% aged based discount. Any rebate and Lifetime Health Cover loading listed above has been factored into the price. Price includes cover for non-student dependants aged 23 and over.Price excludes cover for non-student dependants aged 23 and over.