Posted by Michael Wonder on 09 Oct 2018
Private health premiums could rise by 12 per cent next year, leaked modelling shows
10 October 2018 - Private health insurance premiums have been predicted to rise by up to 12 per cent for some people next year if a scenario, favoured by the government is adopted, confidential federal health department modelling leaked to Fairfax Media shows.
Doctors are warning that the reforms, meant to be "premium neutral", should be looked at with "extreme caution", are not "consumer focused" and lack input from medical professionals.
The changes, due to start in April 2019, will see cataract, bariatric, spinal and some orthopaedic surgery insured only at the highest priced level, despite being covered in some lower-cost policies now.
