Enrolling in a plan
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Why should I need to enroll a plan?
The Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHA) stipulates that as one of the conditions for applying for a student visa, students who want to study in Australia need to prove that they have purchased Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). You can get the necessary medical services in Australia with our insurance including doctor visit, hospital stay, emergency ambulances and etc.
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Does it meet the visa requirements?
Our insurance meets the Department of Home Affairs student visa requirements.
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How to choose insurance coverage?
Your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) must cover the full period of your visa. Your Overseas Student Health Policy start date should be the same day you arrive in Australia. The minimum period of cover is the duration of the Student Visa or 12 months, whichever is shorter.
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What payment options does Student Medicover accept?
We accept online credit card payment
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Need help with insurance options and definitions?
See the Choose A Plan. Please see below if you are confused to medical terms.
Getting medical services
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Where to find care?
Please click this link to search for participating physicians, hospitals, facilities, medical equipment, or supplies in your local area.
Getting vaccines
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Are vaccines covered?
Ultimate plan cover 100% for preventative vaccines in National Immunization Program Schedule, such as HPV, Measles, Hepitatis A, Hepitatis B, and etc.
Paying for medical services
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How do I pay for my medical bills?
You can swipe your insurance card and claim on the spot at many healthcare providers. Once you swipe your card, the amount insurance company can pay will be automatically calculated so you can just pay the difference.
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How do I file a claim for my medical bills?
Please be aware that you should submission the claim within 2 years after the date of service. You can submit your claim through App online submission, email, post and go to nib Retail Centre. More details please see How to Claim.
Switching to our insurance
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How do I switch to our insurance?
Switch in 3 simple steps:
– Select the product that best suits your needs
– Apply online or contact us Have your previous Australian health insurer details handy as you will need to provide these to us when you apply.
– Provide us with a Clearance Certificate from your previous Australian health fund