FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

What is the Medicare levy surcharge?

The Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS) is a tax for higher‑income earners who don’t have an appropriate level of hospital insurance. It encourages use of the private hospitals to ease pressure on public hospitals. You may pay an extra 1% - 1.5% tax for any period without suitable hospital cover if you’re a single earning over $101,000, or a couple or family with a combined income over $202,000.