Under 30's discount
18 to 25 year olds could get up to 10% off their hospital cover premiums, with the discount amount reducing the closer you are to 30.

Life under 30
Being in your 20’s looks different for everyone, but generally it’s a balance of life admin and living your best life. Whether you’re single, in a relationship or have a young family, GMHBA offers an under 30's discount on hospital and combined cover for wherever you’re at.
Special Offer:
One month free plus no 2 & 6 month waits on extras*
when joining on combined cover.
*For new members only joining direct on hospital and extras cover, paying by direct debit. Must pay first months premium to receive discount. Other waits (including hospital waits), annual and sub limits apply.
^Pricing based on Single, aged 30 living in VIC earning $101,000 or less (Base Tier Australian Government Rebate) and excludes . Prices and displayed products can change if details vary.
Select a product and enter your age to see the discount you could be eligible for
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Accident Only Hospital (Basic)
FROM$ 19 .30
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per week
Hospital Excess $750Minimum basic hospital cover with accident protection-
Upgraded cover in the event of an accident
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Excess waiver for same day stays
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Emergency ambulance cover
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Basic Plus Starter Hospital
FROM$ 19 .50
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per week
Hospital Excess $750Basic Plus Hospital cover with some key inclusions, as well as accident protection-
Upgraded cover in the event of an accident
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Excess waiver for same day stays
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Dental surgery
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Joint reconstructions
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Bronze Plus Advantage Hospital
FROM$ 24 .35
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per week
Hospital Excess $750Our most comprehensive Bronze Plus cover which balances peace of mind with great value-
Upgraded cover in the event of an accident
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Excess waiver for same day stays
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Plastic & reconstructive surgery (medically necessary)
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Back, neck & spine
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Lifetime Health Cover (LHC)
The Lifetime Health Cover (LHC) loading is a Government loading on your private hospital cover premiums. It was introduced on July 1, 2000 to encourage people to take out private hospital cover earlier, and to maintain their cover.
Understanding what services are covered
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Included
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Not Included
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Restricted
Restricted services are limited to a minimum (default) benefit as set by the Australian Government for accommodation as a private patient in a shared room of a public hospital. The benefit does not cover the cost of a private room in a public hospital or any room in a private hospital, and does not cover theatre costs. If you are admitted to a private hospital for treatment that is restricted by your policy, large out-of-pocket expenses will apply.
Waiting periods
Hospital services
A waiting period is the time between when you first take out health insurance or upgrade your cover and when you're actually covered for a hospital treatment.
Hospital waiting period durations – when treatment or service is included on your cover – are as follows:
Waiting period: 0 days (accidents must occur after joining)
Accidents - bodily injuries resulting from accidents which occur after the date of joining GMHBA or upgrading to a higher cover.
Waiting period: 2 months
Any other benefit for hospital (or hospital substitution) treatment unless otherwise stated.
Waiting period: 12 months
Obstetrics and maternity, pre-existing ailment, illness or condition (other than psychiatric, rehabilitation and palliative care).
Pre-existing conditions
A pre-existing condition is one where signs or symptoms of your ailment, illness or condition, in the opinion of a medical practitioner appointed by GMHBA (not your own doctor), existed at any time during the six months preceding the day on which you purchased your hospital insurance or upgraded to a higher level of hospital cover and/or benefit entitlement.
A special waiting period applies to obtain benefits for hospital treatment for new members who have pre-existing conditions. The waiting period also applies to existing members who have recently upgraded their level of hospital cover. If the ailment, illness or condition is considered pre-existing:
New members
New members must wait 12 months for any hospital benefits (other than psychiatric, rehabilitation and palliative care).
Existing members (transferring or upgrading)
Members transferring/upgrading to a higher hospital cover must wait 12 months to get the higher hospital benefits (other than psychiatric, rehabilitation and palliative care).
Waiting periods
Extras services
A waiting period is the time between when you first take out health insurance or upgrade your cover and when you're actually covered for a treatment or service.
Waiting periods for extras services – when included on your cover – are as follows:
Waiting period: 0 days
Ambulance transport and subscriptions
Waiting period: 2 months
Any services that are not specified below
Waiting period: 6 months
Optical
Waiting period: 12 Months
Major dental, orthodontics, podiatry surgical procedures and orthotic appliances (foot), orthopaedic appliances (GMHBA approved), medical devices and aids including hearing aids, blood glucose monitor, extremity pump, nebuliser pump, pressure garments, prostheses (GMHBA approved, non-surgical), sleep apnoea monitor and tens monitor.
Discount percentage that health insurers can offer
If you're 18-29, you'll receive the discount below on your hospital cover premium based on your age.
| Your age at the time of joining hospital cover | Policy discount you could be eligible for |
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| 18-25 years old | 10% |
| 26 years old | 8% |
| 27 years old | 6% |
| 28 years old | 4% |
| 29 years old | 2% |
| 30 + | 0% |
60 day money back guarantee*
We understand that there are times we need to change our mind. That’s why all our products are backed by a 60 day money back guarantee. If for any reason your circumstances change and you have not claimed, we will fully refund your membership. *For new members.
Benefits of Private Health Insurance for under 30's
If you're almost 31, it's worth learning about the Lifetime Health Cover (LHC) loading. Without hospital cover, LHC could affect your premium costs in the future. Once applied, LHC loading will no longer affect your premium after 10 years of continuous hospital cover.
If your income is likely to increase (or is already) beyond 101k for singles or 202k for couples/families, you may have to pay the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS). Holding active hospital cover might help you avoid paying MLS in next year's tax.
There’s a lot more to the under 30's discount, so we've compiled some extra details on why the Government introduced the discount, and how it works for different policies.