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+61 2 7230 5100 (outside Australia)
Looking to compare, take out private health insurance or make the switch to HCF? Find the right cover for your needs and we’ll take care of the rest.

Discover the benefits of private health insurance for you and your family, including comprehensive health support and how to find a provider near you.

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Learn more about Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, how we reward our members, HCF benefits, partnerships, research initiatives and more.

If you’re holidaying in Australia, or have family visiting, our award-winning* Overseas Visitors Health Cover (OVHC) helps you pay less for medical treatment if you need it.
Our health insurance for visitors may help pay for medical treatment while you're visiting Australia, giving you and your family peace of mind when you're here.
See a doctor (GP) in person from our network or get a 10-minute online consultation, and you could get 100% back on the appointment+.
Our national network of doctors and private hospitals can help you pay less for treatment if you, or your family, need medical treatment#.
Our health cover suits visas 600, 601, 651, 417, 462 and more. You can also buy cover on behalf of someone else^.
Medical treatment in Australia can be expensive if you can’t access Medicare (the Australian public healthcare system). Hospital cover may help to reduce high out-of-pocket costs for hospital treatments included in your cover, and most hospital cover will also cover things like emergency ambulance services and visits to the doctor.
Depending on the level of cover you choose, you may be able to claim for:
You may still have some out-of-pocket costs you need to pay, and you may not be covered for a pre-existing condition^^ (or have a 12-month waiting period).
If you choose hospital and extras cover, also known as packaged cover, you’ll get a higher level of coverage than just hospital cover. Along with hospital cover, which includes some hospital treatments and may cover things like emergency ambulance services and visits to the doctor, you can also claim on a range of everyday services, or extras, that can help you look after your health (if you have Top or Top Plus OVHC).
Depending on the level of cover you choose, you may be able to claim for:
You may still have some out-of-pocket costs you need to pay, and you may not be covered for a pre-existing condition^^ (or have a 12-month waiting period).
Proud winner of the Customer Service Organisation of the year — Government/Not for Profit award by the CSIA (2025).
Recognised for quality service and easy claiming in the Finder Customer Satisfaction Awards (2025) — OVHC (Highly commended).
We’re proud to have been named Australia’s Most Trusted Brand in Private Health Insurance for 2025 by Roy Morgan##.
The HCF Thank You app*** makes it easy to browse personalised offers and discounts, earn rewards and track savings. Plus, you can use HCF dollars to reduce your premium payments^^^.
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
We’re here to help. Our friendly team speaks many different languages.
If you have questions about your cover, you can call our team Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm (AEST/AEDT).
13 68 42 (within Australia)
+61 2 7230 5100 (outside Australia)
If you need help finding a doctor or hospital, or have questions about your health, call our 24/7 helpline.
13 68 42 – option 2 (within Australia)
+61 2 7230 5100 – option 2 (outside Australia)
In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).
* Recognised for quality service and easy claiming in the Finder Customer Satisfaction Awards (2025) — OVHC (Highly commended).
^ If your partner or children have a different visa type to you, you may need to buy a different health cover.
+ Available on all HCF Overseas Visitors Health Covers, except Overseas Visitors Basic Cover. Eligible members under 16 years may need to have a parent or guardian present.
# Service must be available on your policy and waiting periods may apply.
** Covers emergency ambulance transport to the nearest hospital from any location except from a medical facility or a hospital. Under visa-compliant cover, emergency ambulance transfer between hospitals will only be covered if it is necessary because the original admitting hospital does not have the required clinical facilities.
^^ A pre-existing condition means an ailment, illness or condition, the signs or symptoms of which in the opinion of a Medical Practitioner appointed by HCF, existed in the period of 6 months ending on the day on which the policyholder is covered for hospital benefits or upgrades to a higher product or insured group. The test applied relies on the presence of signs or symptoms of the illness, ailment or condition; not on a diagnosis.
++ Doesn’t include costs for medical examinations, X-rays, vaccinations or any treatment required for obtaining a visa to enter Australia, change in visa, or application for permanent residency or examination for pre-employment purpose.
## Based on Roy Morgan’s Risk Monitor Survey for the 12 months to June 2025.
*** To be eligible, you must have an active HCF health, life or Overseas Visitors Health Insurance policy and your premiums must be up to date (excluding Ambulance Only Cover and RT Health Cover). Offers and partners are subject to change without advance notice. See the HCF Thank You app Terms and Conditions.
^^^ Must have at least 20 HCF dollars in cleared funds. Only members who pay their premiums by credit card or direct debit can use their HCF dollars to reduce premiums.
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