single parent HEALTH INSURANCE

Get affordable single parent health cover for kids or adult dependants* from Australia's largest not-for-profit health fund.

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why choose hcf single parent health cover?

We offer a range of affordable health cover options that work for you and your family, giving you the peace of mind you're looking for. 

the benefits of single parent private health insurance

On top of great value hospital cover and lower out-of-pocket costs on popular extras, you can rest easy knowing your family’s health journey is covered.

do i need hospital, extras cover or both?

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Offers and discounts

We help families 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 health insurance for single parents?

Answers to commonly asked questions to help you make the right choice for you and your family. 

Single parent health insurance is hospital cover (and extras if selected) for you as the policyholder, and the dependants listed on the policy before they turn 22, or 31 if they're full time students, still rely on you for maintenance and support and aren’t married or in a de facto relationship. If they’re not full time students but still meet the other criteria, you can also continue to cover them until they turn 31 on selected products that have Extended Family Cover and a surcharge will apply.  

Learn more about single parent cover

The best health insurance for single parents depends on you and your family's circumstances, health needs, lifestyle and budget. At HCF, we make it easy for you to choose single parent health cover with a range of affordable options for your needs with the transparency to know what you and your dependants are covered for.  

Find single parent cover today

Both you and your dependants can start claiming once you’ve served the required waiting periods. For example, if you wanted to start claiming on general dental like dental check-ups, the required waiting period is 2 months from your policy’s start date. If you’re switching from another fund, you don’t need to re-serve any waiting periods you’ve already served for the same level of benefits. 

Learn more about switching to HCF

To make healthcare more affordable for families, dependants can stay covered on a single parent health cover policy until they turn 31, provided they’re a full time student, not married or in a de facto relationship and still rely on you for maintenance and support.   

Single parent health insurance is hospital cover (and extras if selected) for you as the policyholder, and the dependants listed on the policy before they turn 22, or 31 if they're full time students, still rely on you for maintenance and support and aren’t married or in a de facto relationship. If they’re not full time students but still meet the other criteria, you can also continue to cover them until they turn 31 on selected products that have Extended Family Cover and a surcharge will apply.  

Learn more about single parent cover

The best health insurance for single parents depends on you and your family's circumstances, health needs, lifestyle and budget. At HCF, we make it easy for you to choose single parent health cover with a range of affordable options for your needs with the transparency to know what you and your dependants are covered for.  

Find single parent cover today

Both you and your dependants can start claiming once you’ve served the required waiting periods. For example, if you wanted to start claiming on general dental like dental check-ups, the required waiting period is 2 months from your policy’s start date. If you’re switching from another fund, you don’t need to re-serve any waiting periods you’ve already served for the same level of benefits. 

Learn more about switching to HCF

To make healthcare more affordable for families, dependants can stay covered on a single parent health cover policy until they turn 31, provided they’re a full time student, not married or in a de facto relationship and still rely on you for maintenance and support.   

Important Information

* Additional charge applies for some children aged 22 years and over. 

^ 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

+ Must visit the emergency department within 24 hours of the accident  Excludes Accident Only Basic and My Future and Future Care covers. Conditions apply. See hcf.com.au/accident-safeguard for more information.   

# Children must be full-time students, rely on you for maintenance and support and must not be married or in a de facto relationship. If the child is not a full-time student, they can be covered on selected products that have Extended Family Cover and a surcharge will apply. 

** 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.

^^ 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.

++ 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.