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HBF Health Health Insurance Review 2026

Compare 115 HBF Health policies. Prices shown for: Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

HBF Health Insurance - Quick Facts

All Policies115
From$53.01/mo
Founded1941
Customer reviews
3.1 stars/ 133 reviews
Excellent Service Record
Based on 151 complaints  |  Oct 2024 – Sep 2025Ombudsman data from HBF Health.

Prices reflect your profile settings (Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess). Policy information from PrivateHealth.gov.au (13 August 2026). Reviews from ProductReview.com.au (April 2026). Not affiliated with HBF Health.

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Prices reflect your profile settings (Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess). Policy information from PrivateHealth.gov.au (13 August 2026). Reviews from ProductReview.com.au (April 2026). Not affiliated with HBF Health.

Explore HBF Health Policies

HBF Health offers 115 health insurance policies across three coverage types. Prices shown are for Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

Hospital Cover

83 policies covering private hospital treatment, from $53.01* per month. Ranges from Basic tier (lowest coverage, avoid Medicare Levy Surcharge) to Gold tier (highest coverage, most treatments included).

83 policies available
From:$53.01/mo*
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Extras Cover

32 policies covering general treatment (dental, optical, physio, etc.), from $14.95* per month. Extras policies help reduce out-of-pocket costs for everyday health services not covered by Medicare.

32 policies available
From:$14.95/mo*
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Hospital & Extras Combined

No combined policies currently available from HBF Health.

0 policies available
From:$0/mo*
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Policy Name
Type
Tier
Price*
Hospital
Extras
Corporate Gold Hospital
Hospital
Gold
$171.33
-
Essential Silver Hospital
Hospital
Silver+
$81.60
-
Lite Bronze Hospital Plus
Hospital
Bronze+
$61.31
-
Basic Hospital Plus
Hospital
Basic+
$57.62
-
Basic Hospital Accident Only
Hospital
Basic
$53.01
-
-
Smart Start Extras
Extras
-
$14.95
-

*Prices for Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess. Actual prices may vary — confirm with HBF Health directly.

Overall HBF Health price increase

HBF HealthIndustry average

Customer Reviews

Google Reviews
3.1out of 5
Based on 133 reviewsReviews sourced from
Google Reviews (April 2026).

What HBF Health Specialises In

Find policies suited to your situation. Prices are indicative only.

Hospital Coverage
Gold
Comprehensive — all clinical categories
Silver+
26+ clinical categories, plus added cover
Bronze+
17+ clinical categories, plus added cover
Basic+
Minimal coverage, plus added cover
Basic
Minimal coverage, MLS avoidance
Extras Coverage
General Dental (check-ups, cleans, fillings)
Optical (glasses, contacts, eye tests)
Physiotherapy
Chiropractic
Health Management

All prices shown are indicative only and were last updated on 13 August 2026 using data from PrivateHealth.gov.au. Actual prices may vary based on individual circumstances. Please confirm pricing directly with insurers.

Customer Service Record & Complaints

How HBF Health compares to other Australian health insurers based on pricing, service record, and product range.

Excellent Service Record47 complaints in Q3 2025 (Jul–Sep) · 100% resolved internallySource: Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO) Quarterly Report, Q3 2025
Official PHIO Data

Based on official data from the Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO), HBF Health has an Excellent Service Record with significantly fewer complaints than the industry average when normalised by market share.

18.64Complaint Rateper 1% market share · last 12 months
1%Investigation Rateformal investigations
99%Resolution Rateresolved internally

Source: Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO) Quarterly Reports, Q4 2024 – Q3 2025. Complaint rate = total complaints ÷ market share percentage. Note: All health insurers receive some complaints. Lower rates indicate better service and faster internal resolution of member concerns.

Complaint breakdown

151
Complaints
8.1
Mkt Share %
99%
Resolved
Quarter-on-Quarter:up 42% (33 → 47 complaints)complaint rate per market share worsening

Complaint Rate per 1% Market Share: Quarter on Quarter

Latest quarter
Previous quarters
Industry avg: 7.1
4.44
36 complaints
Q4 '24
4.32
35 complaints
Q1 '25
4.07
33 complaints
Q2 '25
5.8
47 complaints
Q3 '25

Source: Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO) Quarterly Reports, Q4 2024 – Q3 2025. Complaint rate = total complaints ÷ market share percentage. Complaint rate = complaints per 1% market share.

Top Complaint Categories — All Insurers Combined
Industry-wide from all 35+ insurers, Q1 2025-26. Not specific to HBF Health.
Disputes referred to insurer91%
Resolved at first contact8%
Formal investigations1%
How HBF Health Addresses These

99% internal resolution rate and 1 Ombudsman investigation — HBF Health resolves member concerns before they escalate.

Source: Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO) Quarterly Report, Q1 2025-26. 849 total complaints industry-wide across all 35+ Australian health insurers.

HBF Health vs Industry Average - Complaint Rate per 1% Market Share (Last 12 Months)

18.64
151 complaints
HBF Health
28.58
Industry Avg

HBF Health handles 8.1% of the market. Complaint rate of 18.64 vs industry average of 28.58 over the last 12 months.

Source: Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO) Quarterly Reports, Q4 2024 – Q3 2025. Complaint rate = total complaints ÷ market share percentage.

How to Resolve Issues

1
Contact HBF Health133 423 or memberservices@hbf.com.au
2
Request Internal ReviewIf unsatisfied, request a formal review.
3
Contact the OmbudsmanFree: 1800 640 695 or privatehealth.gov.au/ombudsman

Data Source: Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO) Quarterly Reports, Q4 2024 – Q3 2025. Complaint rate = total complaints ÷ market share percentage. Complaint data is independently collected and published by the Commonwealth Ombudsman's office. Update Frequency: Ombudsman data is updated quarterly (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct).

Compare HBF Health to Competitors

Based on official data from the Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO), HBF Health has an Excellent Service Record with significantly fewer complaints than the industry average when normalised by market share.

PricingCompare HBF Health's premiums against other funds for similar coverage levels.
Service RecordOmbudsman complaint data from PHIO Oct 2024 – Sep 2025 shows how each fund handles member issues.
Product rangeHBF Health offers 115 policies — compare the breadth of coverage options available.
Market PositionHBF Health holds 8.1% market share among Australian health insurers.
HBF HealthHBF Health
Current Fund
Policies
115
Google Ratings
3.1/5
From*
$53.01/mo
Type
For-profit
Service
Excellent

*For Single in NSW. Service record data from PHIO Q1 2025-26.

Contact & Support

Phone
General: 133 423Claims: 133 423Mon-Fri 8am-6pm AEST
Email
memberservices@hbf.com.au
Online
http://hbf.com.au
Mail
KS4 570 Wellington streetPerthWA 6000

HBF Health Mobile App

App Store
App StoreHBF Health Australia
4.8/5
43,840 ratings
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Google Play
Google PlayHBF Health Australia
4.6/5
9,560 reviews·100K+ downloads
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App features: access digital card for tap and claim, submit claims from photo invoices, view extras usage, past claims and cover details, request documents, update personal and payment details, update rebate tier.

Frequently Asked Questions

All information provided in these FAQs is general information only and does not constitute financial, insurance, or personal advice. For advice specific to your circumstances, consult with a licensed financial or insurance adviser, or contact insurers directly. Information is based on our understanding as of 13 August 2026 and may change. Always verify current information with official sources.

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