Your base medical cover does not include services such as dental, optical and physiotherapy, this is the same for all Australians.
OSHC Extras is an optional health insurance policy that covers some common services you might need from time to time, like getting your teeth cleaned by a dentist, new reading glasses or physiotherapy treatment.
The OSHC Extras policy has been designed especially for international students studying in Australia.
OSHC Extras benefits include*:
Keep in mind the annual limits listed above are based on the financial year (1 July to 30 June) and are per person unless stated otherwise.
General dental services have a set benefit amount for each item. Give us a call before your treatment to find out exactly how much you’ll get back for each service.
There are a few things that are not covered by OSHC Extras, for example non-prescription glasses, contacts or sunglasses, and major dental work like crowns, dentures and orthodontic treatment. For a full list of exclusions, read the Policy Document.
Most health funds have waiting periods on some services to keep things fair for all members.
A waiting period is a period of time applied to each new membership, or when cover is upgraded, during which benefits are not payable.
If you are transferring directly from another health insurance fund with a similar level of cover, no waiting period will apply on services covered. Otherwise after joining the fund or upgrading your cover you will need to wait two months for dental, physiotherapy, chiropractor and osteopath, or six months for optical.
For more info on OSHC Extras:
OSHC Extras provided by Peoplecare Health Limited.
*Limits, exclusions and waiting periods apply. See the Policy Document for details.
