Australia’s sunny shores hide healthcare costs, making health insurance plans vital in 2025. Medicare covers basics, but extras like dental push for private cover.
Gold, silver, bronze tiers: Gold full hospital, $150/month average. Factors: Age, family size, state (NSW pricier).
Sites like PrivateHealth.gov.au yield health insurance plans comparisons. Bupa leads at $140/month, Medibank for telehealth.
For expats from CA/UK, note waiting periods. In USA, it’s employer-tied.
Rebates: 25% govt subsidy for under-65s. Bundle for savings.
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