Using Health Cover
Learn the ins and outs of private health insurance and how to make the most of your cover
What to expect from your first telehealth appointment
We asked a range of health professionals for the facts
Are you on basic cover? 7 signs it’s time to upgrade
7 signs it's time to upgrade to a more comprehensive policy
A guide to saving money on your health insurance cover
A few small changes can make a big difference
How to access and claim on telehealth appointments
We answer some of the biggest questions about telehealth
2022 health insurance premium and product changes
Each year, private health funds review their range of covers
Finding a great specialist, it’s all about knowing what to ask
Here are eight tips for finding a great specialist
Planning a hip or knee replacement?
Before surgery, see how nib Clinical Partners can help
Osteo vs chiro vs physio: What's the difference?
What are the differences between a physio, chiro and osteo?
When to review & update your health insurance cover
Seven signs it's time to review and update your cover
Using private health cover in a public hospital
In a public hospital - do you use Medicare or private health insurance?
How to prepare your child for surgery
We'll help you support your child before and after surgery
What to expect from day surgery
We speak to the experts to prepare you for your procedure
What to expect from your first colonoscopy
We answer your most common questions about the procedure
How much does it cost to call an ambulance?
Find out how much you can expect to pay in an emergency
Why do I need to get health insurance if I'm 31?
Turning 31? You may need to consider health insurance
Why do my teeth hurt? 10 reasons why
Why your teeth might be hurting and what to do about it
When do private health insurance annual limits reset?
If you’re unsure when your annual limits reset, we can help
What’s a waiting period and why do we have them?
Why are there private health insurance waiting periods?
What to expect from my first psychology appointment
Part of the first session is to build trust and openness
Member benefits across every product tier
Here are eight benefits you can access as an nib member
Changing your excess: How to reduce the cost of your health insurance premium
More options when it comes to your maximum excess limits
Why it's important to review your health insurance
Does your health insurance match your needs and lifestyle?
Private health insurance: What is community rating?
In Australia, everyone has the right to buy health insurance
What to expect from your first physiotherapy appointment
What do physios do? Do you need to wear special clothing?
What is the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS)?
How do you know which medical services are free or not?
How long does a referral last?
Dr Hamish Black answers your questions about referrals
3 millennials on why they’re keeping their private health insurance
You might be surprised at what they find most valuable
Everything you need to know about bulk-billing
If you didn’t have to pay, you’ve probably been bulk-billed
I have a health concern, what do I do?
Dr Hamish Black answers your health concern questions
What extras benefits do I get with nib?
We answer your biggest questions about nib Extas cover
Can you afford not to have private health insurance for your heart?
9 in 10 Aussie have at least 1 risk factor of heart disease.
Have you used your Extras? Things to know before your annual limits reset
Make sure you’re getting the most from your nib Extras cover
How is a health insurance claim assessed?
Find out how your claim is assessed and what’s involved
Health tips for your teenager
Here are seven ways to set your teen up for a healthy future
What would you do if your nearest hospital was 300km away?
Find out about how you can save on travel and accommodation
Why should I keep private health insurance?
You might be asking yourself, “Do I need health insurance?”
Why the private health insurance reforms are good for young people
A heap of positive changes have recently been rolled out
Why the private health insurance reforms are good for families
Let’s explore what’s changed and how it affects families
Why private health insurance will be easier to understand
The industry-wide changes will make health insurance simpler
International Visitors: How to make a claim on mobile
The nib app makes it easy to use your policy on the go
International visitors: What do I do when I’m sick?
Here's how to identify the care you need quickly
How to choose glasses for your face shape
We asked the experts for info on finding your perfect fit
Could your child be eligible for $1,000 of free dental?
The Child Dental Benefit Schedule offers $1,000 of dental
Who pays for what when it comes to your medical bills?
A simple guide on who's responsible for healthcare costs
What's the difference between an inpatient and an outpatient?
We explain the difference between inpatient and outpatient
How to know if your health insurance covers you in hospital
The 3 steps to finding out whether your procedure is covered
Sonya’s story “my nib health cover gives me peace of mind”
Mum of 4, Sonya tells us why health insurance is important
Josh’s story “the prospect of never walking again was scary”
Josh reveals how health insurance helped after a broken back
I’ve moved address – will my health insurance premium change?
Moving home? Update your private health insurance details!
New to nib? Here’s what you need to know about your first bill
What you need to know about receiving your first nib bill.
What the nib First Choice network is and how it can save you money
nib First Choice can help you find local health providers
Why do I have to pay a gap when being treated in hospital?
Want to avoid paying out-of-pocket costs? Here's how.
7 questions you need to ask your doctor to avoid unnecessary surgery
It should be simple to take control over your health
How do I claim Medicare and can I do it online?
An easy-to-follow guide for claiming Medicare.
4 secrets to keeping your hospital costs down
Tips to keep your out-of-pocket expenses down
What’s the difference between private health insurance and Medicare?
We answer the big question - Why private health cover?
Most commonly asked private health insurance questions
We answer the most 'Googled' health insurance questions
Home vs hospital: Where should you recover post-surgery?
You've just had surgery - where's the best place to recover?
Can I take my GP referral to any specialist I want?
You've got a referral, but can you pick your own specialist?
Private vs Public Health Insurance: A tale of two medical emergencies
Private vs public: two very different hospital experiences.
5 bizarre accidents that have ended up in a visit to the emergency ward
Here are 5 bizarre accidents that nib has paid claims for.
What is nib's First Choice Dental Network?
We've made a visit to the dentist easy with First Choice
Is surgery always necessary? To cut or not to cut
While most surgery can't be avoided, is it always necessary?
What is extras cover and do I need it?
What exactly is Extras cover and do I even need it?
Jargon-busting the most common private health insurance terms
Health cover terms can be confusing so let's break them down
How much does it cost for an emergency ambulance ride?
No health insurance? You may get a big fee for an ambulance
Ambulance or Uber: Who you gonna call?
When you find yourself in strife who do you have on speed dial: triple zero or Uber?
How much does emergency ambulance cost?
If you need an ambulance, do you know how much it costs?
What to expect from your first telehealth appointment
We asked a range of health professionals for the facts
Are you on basic cover? 7 signs it’s time to upgrade
7 signs it's time to upgrade to a more comprehensive policy
A guide to saving money on your health insurance cover
A few small changes can make a big difference
How to access and claim on telehealth appointments
We answer some of the biggest questions about telehealth
2022 health insurance premium and product changes
Each year, private health funds review their range of covers
Finding a great specialist, it’s all about knowing what to ask
Here are eight tips for finding a great specialist
Planning a hip or knee replacement?
Before surgery, see how nib Clinical Partners can help
Osteo vs chiro vs physio: What's the difference?
What are the differences between a physio, chiro and osteo?
When to review & update your health insurance cover
Seven signs it's time to review and update your cover
Using private health cover in a public hospital
In a public hospital - do you use Medicare or private health insurance?
How to prepare your child for surgery
We'll help you support your child before and after surgery
What to expect from day surgery
We speak to the experts to prepare you for your procedure
What to expect from your first colonoscopy
We answer your most common questions about the procedure
How much does it cost to call an ambulance?
Find out how much you can expect to pay in an emergency
Why do I need to get health insurance if I'm 31?
Turning 31? You may need to consider health insurance
Why do my teeth hurt? 10 reasons why
Why your teeth might be hurting and what to do about it
When do private health insurance annual limits reset?
If you’re unsure when your annual limits reset, we can help
What’s a waiting period and why do we have them?
Why are there private health insurance waiting periods?
What to expect from my first psychology appointment
Part of the first session is to build trust and openness
Member benefits across every product tier
Here are eight benefits you can access as an nib member
Changing your excess: How to reduce the cost of your health insurance premium
More options when it comes to your maximum excess limits
Why it's important to review your health insurance
Does your health insurance match your needs and lifestyle?
Private health insurance: What is community rating?
In Australia, everyone has the right to buy health insurance
What to expect from your first physiotherapy appointment
What do physios do? Do you need to wear special clothing?
What is the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS)?
How do you know which medical services are free or not?
How long does a referral last?
Dr Hamish Black answers your questions about referrals
3 millennials on why they’re keeping their private health insurance
You might be surprised at what they find most valuable
Everything you need to know about bulk-billing
If you didn’t have to pay, you’ve probably been bulk-billed
I have a health concern, what do I do?
Dr Hamish Black answers your health concern questions
What extras benefits do I get with nib?
We answer your biggest questions about nib Extas cover
Can you afford not to have private health insurance for your heart?
9 in 10 Aussie have at least 1 risk factor of heart disease.
Have you used your Extras? Things to know before your annual limits reset
Make sure you’re getting the most from your nib Extras cover
How is a health insurance claim assessed?
Find out how your claim is assessed and what’s involved
Health tips for your teenager
Here are seven ways to set your teen up for a healthy future
What would you do if your nearest hospital was 300km away?
Find out about how you can save on travel and accommodation
Why should I keep private health insurance?
You might be asking yourself, “Do I need health insurance?”
Why the private health insurance reforms are good for young people
A heap of positive changes have recently been rolled out
Why the private health insurance reforms are good for families
Let’s explore what’s changed and how it affects families
Why private health insurance will be easier to understand
The industry-wide changes will make health insurance simpler
International Visitors: How to make a claim on mobile
The nib app makes it easy to use your policy on the go
International visitors: What do I do when I’m sick?
Here's how to identify the care you need quickly
How to choose glasses for your face shape
We asked the experts for info on finding your perfect fit
Could your child be eligible for $1,000 of free dental?
The Child Dental Benefit Schedule offers $1,000 of dental
Who pays for what when it comes to your medical bills?
A simple guide on who's responsible for healthcare costs
What's the difference between an inpatient and an outpatient?
We explain the difference between inpatient and outpatient
How to know if your health insurance covers you in hospital
The 3 steps to finding out whether your procedure is covered
Sonya’s story “my nib health cover gives me peace of mind”
Mum of 4, Sonya tells us why health insurance is important
Josh’s story “the prospect of never walking again was scary”
Josh reveals how health insurance helped after a broken back
I’ve moved address – will my health insurance premium change?
Moving home? Update your private health insurance details!
New to nib? Here’s what you need to know about your first bill
What you need to know about receiving your first nib bill.
What the nib First Choice network is and how it can save you money
nib First Choice can help you find local health providers
Why do I have to pay a gap when being treated in hospital?
Want to avoid paying out-of-pocket costs? Here's how.
7 questions you need to ask your doctor to avoid unnecessary surgery
It should be simple to take control over your health
How do I claim Medicare and can I do it online?
An easy-to-follow guide for claiming Medicare.
4 secrets to keeping your hospital costs down
Tips to keep your out-of-pocket expenses down
What’s the difference between private health insurance and Medicare?
We answer the big question - Why private health cover?
Most commonly asked private health insurance questions
We answer the most 'Googled' health insurance questions
Home vs hospital: Where should you recover post-surgery?
You've just had surgery - where's the best place to recover?
Can I take my GP referral to any specialist I want?
You've got a referral, but can you pick your own specialist?
Private vs Public Health Insurance: A tale of two medical emergencies
Private vs public: two very different hospital experiences.
5 bizarre accidents that have ended up in a visit to the emergency ward
Here are 5 bizarre accidents that nib has paid claims for.
What is nib's First Choice Dental Network?
We've made a visit to the dentist easy with First Choice
Is surgery always necessary? To cut or not to cut
While most surgery can't be avoided, is it always necessary?
What is extras cover and do I need it?
What exactly is Extras cover and do I even need it?
Jargon-busting the most common private health insurance terms
Health cover terms can be confusing so let's break them down
How much does it cost for an emergency ambulance ride?
No health insurance? You may get a big fee for an ambulance
Ambulance or Uber: Who you gonna call?
When you find yourself in strife who do you have on speed dial: triple zero or Uber?
How much does emergency ambulance cost?
If you need an ambulance, do you know how much it costs?