Medical insurance in Australia is known as "private health insurance" and is provided by various insurance companies. It is optional and can be purchased to supplement the public healthcare system provided by the government. Private health insurance provides coverage for a range of healthcare services such as hospital stays, specialist consultations, and some allied health services.

There are different levels of coverage available, with higher levels typically covering a wider range of services. Some policies also offer extras coverage, which includes benefits for services such as dental and optical care. The cost of pri