Healthscope ends deals with Bupa, AHSA, potentially raising costs for millions of patients.

Healthscope, Australia's second-largest private hospital group, has terminated contracts with major insurers Bupa and AHSA, affecting millions of patients. Healthscope CEO Greg Horan claims the move is necessary due to insurers refusing to pay a proposed fee, while insurers say Healthscope's tactics are unethical. The changes take effect in February and March 2025, potentially increasing out-of-pocket costs for patients. Health Minister Mark Butler urges both sides to resolve the dispute.

November 21, 2024
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