Compare OSHC Providers

Side-by-side comparison of all 6 Australian government-approved OSHC providers. Compare premiums, coverage, waiting periods, and key features for 2026.

Feature Medibank Allianz Care Australia Bupa nib CBHS International Health ahm (Australian Health Management)
Rating 8.6/10 8.5/10 8.4/10 8.2/10 8.1/10 8/10
Single 12m $642$620$618$605$590$585
Couple 12m $1,282$1,240$1,234$1,210$1,180$1,168
Family 12m $1,605$1,550$1,543$1,512$1,475$1,460
Gap Cover No gap for GP visits at Medibank Members' Choice providers; gap may apply for specialistsNo gap for GP at Allianz direct-billing clinics; specialist gap may applyGap-free at Bupa Members First network providers for standard GP consultationsGap may apply; nib has a First Choice network for reduced out-of-pocket costsVariable; CBHS has a gap cover scheme to reduce out-of-pocket costsGap may apply for specialist visits; GP gap depends on whether provider bulk-bills
Ambulance 100% emergency ambulance cover100% emergency and non-emergency ambulance cover100% emergency ambulance cover100% emergency ambulance cover100% ambulance cover100% emergency ambulance cover
Extras Available Optional Extras cover for dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropractic Optional Extras OSHC add-on for dental, optical, and physiotherapy Optional Top Extras cover for dental, optical, physio, chiro
Pre-existing Wait 12 months for pre-existing conditions (mirrors government-mandated minimum)12 months12 months12 months12 months12 months
Pregnancy Wait 12 months for pregnancy and birth-related services12 months12 months12 months12 months12 months
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