WHY CHOOSE RECOVER COVER?
Private health insurance is great for covering most medical expenses, but sometimes the costs don't stop when you leave hospital. That’s where Recover Cover comes in – giving you quick cash to help with the costs of recovery you weren't expecting, like taxis to the doctor, extra rehab, hospital parking, babysitters or help if you need time off work.
We like to think of Recover Cover as a little added protection to your health cover for when life doesn’t go your way.
FAST, FLEXIBLE CASH CLAIMS
We want you to be back on your feet as smoothly and quickly as you can after an accident or illness.
Our claiming process is fast and easy, and most of our claims are paid in less than 5 days (once we get the information we need). We’ll also pay you cash* so you can take the time to recover your way.
CALL US
Our award-winning customer service team^ of Recover Cover specialists are here to answer your questions and help find the right cover for you.
We’re open:
Mon-Fr: 8am-8pm (AEST, excludes public holidays)
Sat: 9am-5pm (AEST, excludes public holidays)
Recover cover products
LIFE PROTECT INSURANCE
Receive a lump sum that can help financially support your loved ones if you pass away or are diagnosed with a terminal illness+. Cover up to $1.5m#. For those aged 18 to 65.
Income Protect Insurance
Stay on top of bills and mortgage repayments if you're unable to work with cover that can help keep you afloat when recovering from illness or an accident.
CASH BACK COVER
Make the most of a cash payment to help cover costs like parking, taxis to doctors and babysitters when you’re recovering from an illness or injury.
Kids' Accident Cover
Get cash paid direct to you for common kids’ injuries to help cover costs like splints and extra treatments, or even use it to keep the house running while they get better.
Personal Accident Insurance
Recover your way from accidents big and small with a cash payment to help take care of costs like meals, cleaners and visits to the doctor.
Critical Illness Cover
Deal with the unpredictable financial impact of serious illness with a fast cash payment so you can concentrate on your health and recovery instead of bills.
Recover cover FAQs
Do I need to have private health insurance with HCF to apply for Recover Cover?
For most of our products, you won’t need to have HCF private health insurance to apply for Recover Cover. But you’ll need a couple or family HCF private health insurance policy to take out a family level of Cash Back Cover or a family level of Critical Illness Cover.
Is there an age limit to taking out Recover Cover?
All Recover Cover products include age limitations, and these vary depending on the cover type. To compare our types of cover, visit our page Recover Cover Made For You, or call us on 1800 560 855 to go over your options.
Is there someone I can talk to about Recover Cover?
Yes, we have Recover Cover specialists on hand to help you find the right cover for your circumstances. Call us on 1800 560 855.
Have another question? Head over to our Recover Cover FAQs to find answers on topics like eligibility, quotes and waiting periods.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement, Policy Document and Financial Services Guide available by calling 1800 560 855 or visiting hcf.com.au/lifeinfo, and consider your financial situation, objectives, and needs before deciding on these products as any advice provided does not take these into account. In addition to these documents, you should also read the Target Market Determination (TMD) for the product, which is available at hcf.com.au/lifeinfo. Recover Cover is issued by our own HCF Life Insurance Company Pty Ltd. ABN 37 001 831 250, AFSL 236 806 (HCF Life). HCF Life is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hospitals Contribution Fund of Australia Limited ABN 68 000 026 746, AFSL 241 414 (HCF). The premiums for Recover Cover products are paid to HCF Life. HCF receives commission from HCF Life for their sale of up to 40% of the first year's premium plus an additional commission of 80% of HCF Life's underwriting profit each year calculated as premiums less claims and expenses. HCF's staff may receive an incentive depending on the annual premium of these products which they sell. This will not exceed 15% of the first year's premium.
* Get your cash payment when your claim is approved.
^ Service Champion award for Customer Service Organisation of the Year (Large) by the Customer Service Institute of Australia, 2024.
+ Less than 24 months life expectancy. Subject to terms and conditions, exclusions, limitations and definitions. Please refer to the PDS and Policy Document for further information.
# This is the maximum benefit amount depending on your age and level of cover. Premiums will vary depending on age, gender, smoking status, level of cover, any applicable inflation increases and discounts and your health and lifestyle assessment.
LIFE INSURANCE CODE OF PRACTICE
HCF Life is bound by the Life Insurance Code of Practice which sets out the Australian life insurance industry’s key commitments and obligations to customers. Further information is available at CALI Life Insurance Code of Practice.
