Health Insurance for singles
Did you know if you get private hospital cover before 30, you may be eligible for a discount.
Did you know that getting hospital cover may save you money at tax time? Get great value cover and avoid the Medicare Levy Surcharge.
Avoid Lifetime Health Cover loading by taking out private hospital cover, you have until 1 July after your 31st birthday.
Why choose GMHBA?
As a not for profit health insurance and care company, we’ve been supporting members for 90 years. Our size may have changed but who we are remains the same. Your health and wellbeing are always put first because we want to make sure you get personalised cover for the moments that matter.
Whatever stage of life you’re at, we’re here for you.
Switching to GMHBA
Find the right cover for you
View our range of hospital and extras products,and choose the cover that best suits your needs.
We'll do the paperwork
We’ll cancel your old membership, request the transfer certificate from your old insurer and handle all of the paperwork for you.
You won't re-serve waiting periods*
We'll recognise the waiting periods at your previous fund.
*Waiting periods apply for increased cover, must join within 30 days of ceasing your previous cover.
New to health insurance?
We understand that looking to get health insurance for the first time can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together our three step guide to help you get started.
FAQs for singles
Private health insurance is a great way to get peace of mind and have more control of your health care. Hospital cover can help with the cost of private hospital treatments as well as providing additional comfort with your choice of specialist and often shorter waiting times.
Extras cover is insurance for services not covered by Medicare, such as dental, physio and chiro. If a service is included in your extras cover you will receive some of the cost back from your insurer.
If you’re turning 31 soon having private health insurance you’ll also ensure you avoid the Lifetime Health Cover (LHC) loading.
Private health insurance is a personal choice and choosing the right cover will depend on your personal needs and priorities.
Whether you’re an extreme sports person or prefer to keep two feet on the ground, you can choose a cover that gives you the peace of mind you need to live a healthy and happy life. GMHBA has a range of hospital and extras cover to suit your lifestyle and budget.
GMHBA offers AIA Vitality health and wellness program, on selected products, great for the young and young at heart. AIA Vitality is separate from health insurance however offers rewards for making healthy lifestyle choices.
You can compare health covers online or chat with us directly for advice on what cover is right for you.
When you choose to get private health insurance is up to you but it’s important to understand that once you are over 21 you’ll need your own cover, unless you are still a student dependant.
If you are over 31 and haven’t held private hospital insurance previously, you will need to pay Lifetime Health Cover Loading.
The cost of your health insurance is dependent on the type of cover you decide to go with and whether you are eligible for any rebates or loadings.