The Cost of Health Insurance

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The government says this year's increase in health insurance premiums will be the lowest in 17 years, but the increase, which takes effect in April will still cost the average family around $200 more.


Why is the Government reasonably happy with proposed price increase in health insurance?  What have been the reactions from consumer group Choice, the Australia Medical Association and from the insurance industry?  When will the price changes come into force?


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