Health Insurance

Many people in New Zealand opt for private health insurance in addition to the public health system. A private policy means you could say goodbye to endless waiting times, even for non-emergency procedures. You can also tailor a health policy to your requirements – perhaps you are looking for something for your child or someone who needs special care.

Insurance Information

You MUST apply through this site to guarantee any rate, spread, fee or margin listed

Use the chart below to compare the main features of each offer. How much can you expect to pay for the policy? What exactly can you claim on? Will you be able to include cosmetic surgery? Once you are ready to apply you can click on the blue More Info button.

Need Help? If you would like further information and wish to speak to someone: Contact Us >>
Enquiry Line: +64 4 8319423

Compare Health Insurance Below.

COMPANYPOLICYCOSTDEDUCTABLECOVERUNDERWRITERMETHODSPAY MONTHLYHOSPITALMORE INFO

Southern Cross Health Insurance
Southern

Health InsuranceVariesVariesType

Cover Type

11 policies available


Level

Cover Level

Standard


Detail

Cover Detail

Plan options below:
 
1. Wellbeing
2. RegularCare
3. UltraCare
4. KiwiCare
5. SuperCare
6. VIP
7. First Cover
8. HospitalCare and Hospital & SpecialistCare.
9. SureCare
10.Health Assist
11. Critical Illness.

Southern Cross Medical Care SocietyOnline/phoneNoAvailableSouthern Cross Health Insurance
Get privately covered with Southern Cross Health Insurance. Pick between 'surgery only' and then additional options. They are very flexible, allowing you to build the plan that is best suited to you. You can apply online in just a few minutes to obtain your quote.
DETAIL INFORMATION >>
Services

Services

Online advisors service.


Restrictions

Restrictions

New Zealand residents only.


Advantages

Advantages

1. There are 11 policies to choose from (see details) and you can add to each one depending on your needs and budgets.
2. A clear and informative website.
3. Flexible policies.
4. Southern Cross pay out more claims than any other health insurer.
5. Financially strong company.
6. Non profit organisation.


Disadvantages

Disadvantages

1. You will have to apply to each policy in order to obtain an excess cost and a policy cost.

Health Insurance - Latest News News and Charts

New Zealand Economy Grew 1.1% In 2011 Not 1.4%
15 May 2012 10:30am
Mark Maffia
Statistics New Zealand said today that News Zealand’s economic growth was actually slower than previously thought during 2011. While economic activity still grew 0.3% in the last quarter of last year, activity for the whole year increased 1.1% and not a previous calculation of 1.4%.
Read More >>
New Zealand Coping Despite Fragile Global Economy
11 May 2012 11:00am
Victoria Wedderburn
Reserve Bank governor Alan Bollard has said the New Zealand economy has grown modestly in the past three years but remains vulnerable to a downturn in global economic and financial conditions. In its May 2012 Financial Stability Report Dr Bollard said financial market sentiment had improved since the start of the year.
Read More >>
Want To Know About Payday Loans?
08 May 2012 17:00
Crage Campbell
For many across New Zealand some months your salary will just not go far enough. If you need some extra money to get by until your paycheque comes through that’s where payday loans come in.
Read More >>
New Zealand Wage Inflation Slowing
02 May 2012 19:00
Crage Campbell
According to Statistics New Zealand, New Zealand wage inflation slowed between January and March this year leaving the overall labour costs benign enough to let the central bank keep interest rates on hold for longer.
Read More >>
New Zealand's Central Bank Holds Rates
26 April 2012 19:00
Jack Stupple
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand held its official cash rate steady at 2.5%, where it has been since March last year, pointing to favourable inflation and a high local dollar.
Read More >>