COUPLES HEALTH INSURANCE

For outstanding value couples health cover and lower out-of-pocket costs on extras, choose the not-for-profit fund putting you and your partner’s health first.

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why choose hcf couples health cover?

We understand every couple is unique. That’s why we offer a range of couples health cover options to choose what works for you and your partner.

the benefits of couples health insurance

On top of hospital cover and access to our No-Gap network to lower out-of-pocket costs on extras, rest easy knowing you and your partner's health is covered.

Do I need hospital, extras cover or both?

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Offers and discounts

We help couples save more. Members can save an average of $900++ a year on groceries and fuel through discounted e-Gift cards**, plus discounts on pet## and travel insurance***

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need help to find the best couples health cover for your needs?

Answers to commonly asked questions to help you make the right choice.

On top of choosing your doctor and hospital, and lowering out-of-pocket costs on extras like dental, couples health cover has additional benefits. It’s easier to manage under one policy and you’ll receive one health insurance tax statement instead of two, simplifying your tax return as a couple for your private health insurance rebate if you’re eligible.

Learn how the government rebate works

You don’t need to be married to get couples health insurance. We'll cover you and your partner if you’re married, or in a de facto relationship. There’s also no minimum time requirement for how long you’ve been together.

So, whether you’re a young couple planning a family, a couple with no children, empty nesters, or mature couple, we have couples health insurance to suit you and your situation and health needs.

Learn more about health cover and what's right for you

On top of a private health insurance rebate and avoiding the Lifetime Health Cover (LHC) loading if you have hospital cover before turning 31, couples health cover could also help you avoid paying the Medicare Levy Surcharge. 

This additional tax can be between 1% and 1.5% of your individual income if it’s above the specified threshold of $97,000. Couples health cover increases this threshold to $194,000, meaning both you and your partner won’t need to pay the extra Medicare Levy if your combined income is below this threshold, and will get more back in your tax return. 

Find out more about the Medicare Levy

The best health cover for couples depends on your individual circumstances, health needs, lifestyle and budget. At HCF, we make it easy for you to choose a couples cover to suit your needs with the transparency to know what you're covered for. 

Find couples cover today

Most health funds, including HCF, don’t include pregnancy and birth cover in couples health insurance policies. HCF’s Hospital Gold product includes health cover for pregnancy and birth and has a 12-month waiting period before the date of birth of your baby. Make sure your cover includes full benefits for these services. At HCF, we understand that sometimes this need might change. If you’re expecting, make sure you transfer to a family membership within 2 months of the birth of your child to ensure your baby is covered. 

Explore pregnancy health cover options

On top of choosing your doctor and hospital, and lowering out-of-pocket costs on extras like dental, couples health cover has additional benefits. It’s easier to manage under one policy and you’ll receive one health insurance tax statement instead of two, simplifying your tax return as a couple for your private health insurance rebate if you’re eligible.

Learn how the government rebate works

You don’t need to be married to get couples health insurance. We'll cover you and your partner if you’re married, or in a de facto relationship. There’s also no minimum time requirement for how long you’ve been together.

So, whether you’re a young couple planning a family, a couple with no children, empty nesters, or mature couple, we have couples health insurance to suit you and your situation and health needs.

Learn more about health cover and what's right for you

On top of a private health insurance rebate and avoiding the Lifetime Health Cover (LHC) loading if you have hospital cover before turning 31, couples health cover could also help you avoid paying the Medicare Levy Surcharge. 

This additional tax can be between 1% and 1.5% of your individual income if it’s above the specified threshold of $97,000. Couples health cover increases this threshold to $194,000, meaning both you and your partner won’t need to pay the extra Medicare Levy if your combined income is below this threshold, and will get more back in your tax return. 

Find out more about the Medicare Levy

The best health cover for couples depends on your individual circumstances, health needs, lifestyle and budget. At HCF, we make it easy for you to choose a couples cover to suit your needs with the transparency to know what you're covered for. 

Find couples cover today

Most health funds, including HCF, don’t include pregnancy and birth cover in couples health insurance policies. HCF’s Hospital Gold product includes health cover for pregnancy and birth and has a 12-month waiting period before the date of birth of your baby. Make sure your cover includes full benefits for these services. At HCF, we understand that sometimes this need might change. If you’re expecting, make sure you transfer to a family membership within 2 months of the birth of your child to ensure your baby is covered. 

Explore pregnancy health cover options

Important Information

* 100% back through our No-Gap network is available on selected covers. Waiting periods and annual limits apply. Our network of healthcare providers changes often.  Please check that your provider is part of our network before you book or attend an appointment. See hcf.com.au/100back

^ For singles and couples only. Flexible $650 single limit plus $175 for optical and $100 for remedial massage and myotherapy, per person, per year.  

+ Calculated based on APRA Quarterly private health insurance statistics September 2023. 

# Must visit the emergency department within 24 hours of the accident. Excludes Accident Only Basic cover. See hcf.com.au/accident-safeguard for more information.  

** Eligibility criteria applies. You can access HCF Thank You offers after you’ve been a member for a week, and if your premiums are up to date. Excludes Ambulance Only and Overseas Visitors Health Cover. Offers and partners are subject to change without advance notice. See HCF Thank You terms and conditions.

^^ Cover is limited to emergency transport to the nearest hospital by a State or Territory government ambulance provider (excludes transport from another hospital or medical facility). Benefits are not payable for ambulance services covered by a State or Territory government scheme.

++ Based on discounts available through HCF partners (Aug 2023) and average category spend from ABS Household Expenditure Survey, Australia (2017).  

## All HCF members are eligible for a member discount of at least 10% on HCF Pet Insurance. HCF Ruby and Diamond members get a 15% discount. Existing Manchester Unity Pet Insurance policies are not eligible for discounts under HCF Thank You. Visit the HCF Thank You page for further information. Where relevant, increased discount will be applied automatically at first renewal after advancement in HCF Thank You tier. To be eligible for the discount members need to have the HCF My Membership app or online member services set up. This offer may be subject to change.

HCF Pet Insurance policies entered into for the first time prior to 21 March 2024 and subsequent renewals of those policies are issued by The Hollard Insurance Company Pty Ltd ABN 78 090 584 473, AFSL 241436, arranged and administered by PetSure (Australia) Pty Ltd ABN 95 075 949 923, AFSL 420183 (PetSure) and promoted and distributed by The Hospitals Contribution Fund of Australia Ltd ABN 68 000 026 746, AFSL 241414 (HCF). HCF Pet Insurance policies entered into for the first time on or after 21 March 2024 and subsequent renewals of those policies are issued by PetSure and promoted and distributed by HCF. Any advice provided is general only and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation or needs. Please consider the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) to ensure this product meets your needs before purchasing, or choosing to continue with the product. PDS and Target Market Determination available at hcf.com.au/petinsurance

HCF Pet Insurance is not part of HCF's health insurance business. Please do not assume that pet insurance and health insurance are similar. HCF may receive a commission of up to 13% of the premium for promoting HCF Pet Insurance Policies. HCF sales agents are paid a salary or wages but do not receive a commission or other payments attributable to the sale of HCF Pet Insurance. For more information, contact HCF on 1800 630 681 or petinsurance@hcf.com.au

***  To access the discount code, log in to the My Membership app or online member services and go to the travel section of the HCF Thank You page to find the code. 25% discount applies to new policy purchases and is based on standard premium rates (including optional covers). It applies automatically upon successful input of the discount code and applies to any changes, upgrades or amendments made to the policy prior to commencement of the journey. The discount may apply to changes made after commencement of the journey, contact Allianz Global Assistance to find out more. Cannot be used in conjunction with, or in addition to any other discounts. No additional discounts will be provided to Members who already receive a Member discount. Please contact us for more information.

The Hospitals Contribution Fund of Australia Ltd ABN 68 000 026 746 AFSL 241414 (HCF) arranges this insurance as agent for AWP Australia Pty Ltd ABN 52 097 227 177 AFSL 245631 trading as Allianz Global Assistance (AGA). AGA arranges and manages travel insurance as agent for the insurer Allianz Australia Insurance Limited ABN 15 000 122 850 AFSL 234708 (Allianz). Terms, conditions, exclusions, limits and applicable sub-limits apply. HCF, Allianz and AGA do not provide any advice on this insurance based on any consideration of your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider whether the advice is appropriate for you. Before making a decision please consider the Product Disclosure Statement, the Financial Services Guide and Target Market Determination (TMD). The TMD is available at allianzpartners.com.au/policies. If you purchase a policy, HCF and AGA receive a commission which is a percentage of your premium - ask us for more details before we provide you with services.

^^^ Eligibility criteria applies. For more information see hcf.com.au/health-insurance/health-programs

+++ Eligibility criteria applies. For more information see hcf.com.au/victorchang

### Outstanding Value Health Insurance Award 9 years in a row (2016-24). Winner of the 2024 Hospital Insurance Award in WA, SA and Qld and Hospital and Extras Insurance Award in Tas, Vic and WA.