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How much is the Medicare Levy Surcharge, and do I have to pay? 

According to recent data from the ATO, record numbers of Australians are now paying the Medicare Levy Surcharge at tax…

14 Oct 2025
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Do you have to pay the Medicare Levy Surcharge?
What’s the cheapest health insurance to avoid the Medicare Levy Surcharge?

It’s one of the most common mistakes we hear about at healthslips.com.au – people taking out the cheapest health insurance…

7 Oct 2025
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Can I use health insurance for a sleep study? 

Almost half of Australian adults experience sleep problems regularly, and if you or a family member is one of them,…

30 Sep 2025
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6 myths about Lifetime Health Cover Loading that are costing you money 

Lifetime Health Cover Loading (LHCL) is one of the most misunderstood areas of health insurance. It’s a penalty the government…

24 Sep 2025
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What’s the best private health insurer in Australia? 

At the time of writing, there are 48 health insurers in Australia, each of them offering a vast array of…

16 Sep 2025
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Does health insurance with no waiting period exist?  

When you take out a health insurance policy in Australia, there’s a waiting period before you can claim. On Hospital…

10 Sep 2025
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What’s the best health insurance for physio? 

Physiotherapy is one of the most common treatments Australians claim on private health insurance. In fact, during the April to…

2 Sep 2025
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Does my health insurance cover sinus surgery? 

Has your doctor recommended sinus surgery, or another nasal procedure such as septoplasty or turbinate reduction? All of these ear,…

26 Aug 2025
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