FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

What are the waiting periods for hospital cover?

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At HBF, the waiting periods for hospital services are as listed below.

Rehabilitation
2 months

Palliative care
2 months

Hospital psychiatric services
2 months

Pre-existing conditions
12 months

Pregnancy and birth
12 months

Accident cover
1 day

All other services
2 months*

HBF provides health insurance products in Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Queensland and Northern Territory.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters where we live and work. We want to play our part in ensuring that our shared presence brings genuine benefit to First Nations people. View our Reconciliation Action Plan to learn more.

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