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HCF says soaring mental health claims driving up premiums
Australian health insurer HCF says a surge in mental health claims is pushing up premiums for members. The insurer points to rising demand for psychological and psychiatric services as a key cost pressure, adding to the broader debate about mental health care access, insurance affordability and whether the system can keep pace with growing need.
Why now: Mental health claim costs are being linked to rising private health insurance premiums, a concern for policyholders and regulators.
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