Is private health insurance a must have?

Health insurers are allowed to legally increase their premiums only once a year, with the approval of the Minister of Health. However, in a recent report published by consumer group Choice, it has been found that medical insurers have been increasing the premiums significantly more than the rate approved by the government.

Kulasegaram Sanchayan presents a feature with Sydney resident Lesley Gunaratnam and explores if its beneficial to get private medical insurance and whether the highest level of cover is justified.

---

Listen to SBS Tamil at 12 noon on Pop Desi channel on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays & 8pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays on SBS Radio 2. Find your area’s radio frequency by visiting our tune in page. For listening on DAB+ digital radio, search for ‘SBS Radio’.