Opinion

'Time to update regulatory regime' February 6, 2020

Dr Rachel David says health funds can and should do more to help Australian families manage their health throughout life, but the regulatory regime for private health insurance is not fit for purpose.

Stuck in a debate that only makes things worse November 14, 2019

Why would anyone think it sustainable for private health insurance premiums to consistently rise at an annual average rate below spending in other areas of the health system?

How technology is democratising healthcare in Australia October 29, 2019

According to Shehaan Fernando, Regional Director for Connected Care Informatics at Philips, digital health still has the potential to unlock even greater value for both patients and the health system.

This is what you say when things do not go as expected October 22, 2019

Maybe this is what you say after a surprise election result that largely took away an agenda focused on the abolition of the private health insurance rebate.

Dr Rachel David: Absurd claims from the 'Jurassic World’ of policy-making July 23, 2019

In a special guest comment, Private Healthcare Australia chief executive Dr Rachel David deconstructs claims regarding the private health insurance rebate.

Government got what it wanted with means test October 2, 2018

Premiums rise broadly in step with benefit outlays - the rising share of total health expenditure attributed to private health insurers simply means consumers are paying more because of a government policy change.

Minister reappointed but things will be different August 28, 2018

What may have worked for a minister in a Cabinet led by Prime Minister Turnbull may not work in a Cabinet led by Prime Minister Morrison.

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