Medibank 870 Visa Health Insurance
Overseas Visitors Comprehensive Hospital
Compare Medibank Overseas Visitors Comprehensive Hospital for parents who need visitor health insurance for Australia’s Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa subclass 870.
Overseas Visitors Comprehensive Hospital
Key features of the option compared on this website.
Key cover points
Compare the policy, not only the price
Premium is important, but hospital excess, waiting periods, exclusions and out-of-hospital benefits can make a significant difference. Review the insurer’s current product documents before purchasing.
Medibank 870 Visa Insurance FAQs
Common questions about pricing, benefits, waiting periods and purchasing this cover.
Is Medibank Comprehensive Hospital suitable for subclass 870?+
Medibank identifies its Overseas Visitors Health Cover as suitable for eligible visitors and parents, including subclass 870. The Comprehensive Hospital option is presented by Medibank as satisfying Condition 8501.
How much does Medibank 870 insurance cost?+
Pricing is age-based. The indicative monthly price starts at $166.95 for ages 16–54 in the pricing data used by this website. Select the parent’s age on our comparison tool for the relevant age band.
Does the Medibank price increase with age?+
Yes. The indicative premium used by our comparison tool changes across age bands, so older parents may pay a higher monthly premium.
What hospital excess applies?+
The Comprehensive Hospital option compared here has a $500 hospital excess, subject to Medibank’s current rules and policy documents.
Does Medibank cover GP visits outside hospital?+
The Comprehensive Hospital option compared on this website is hospital-focused and does not include routine GP visits outside hospital.
Does Medibank include emergency ambulance?+
Emergency ambulance benefits are included subject to Medibank’s current terms, definitions and eligibility requirements.
What is the waiting period for pre-existing conditions?+
A 12-month waiting period applies to pre-existing conditions, subject to the insurer’s assessment and policy terms.
Is pregnancy covered immediately?+
No. A 12-month waiting period applies to pregnancy and birth benefits where those benefits are included, subject to the current policy terms.
What should I compare before choosing Medibank?+
Consider the age-based premium, hospital excess, waiting periods, hospital benefits, exclusions and whether you need out-of-hospital medical benefits such as GP visits.
Where do I purchase the policy?+
The Get Medibank 870 Cover button takes you to Medibank’s website, where you can confirm the final premium and policy details and purchase directly from the insurer.
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