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This increase comes amid ongoing discussions about the affordability and value of private health insurance in Australia. The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has highlighted concerns that Australians are paying more for private health insurance while receiving less value in return. The AMA's latest Private Health Insurance Report Card indicates a sector in urgent need of reform, with consumers abandoning gold-tier policies and questioning the value of other policies, all while insurers experience significant profits.
Between 2008 and 2024, premiums climbed more than 100%, while Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) indexation increased by less than 20%. In the six years leading up to June 2025, insurers increased benefits paid for in-hospital medical treatment by only 18.1%, compared to a nearly 50% growth in sector profits over the same period.
For personal trainers, this development underscores the importance of reviewing your health insurance coverage to ensure it remains cost-effective and meets your needs. Additionally, being aware of clients' potential financial constraints due to rising premiums can help in offering empathetic and flexible training options.
Published:Monday, 20th Apr 2026
Author: Paige Estritori
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