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Phoenix Health Fund Health Insurance Review 2026

Compare 124 Phoenix Health policies. Prices shown for: Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

Phoenix Health Insurance - Quick Facts

All Policies124
From$52.28/mo
Founded1953
Customer reviews
4.9 stars/ 406 reviews
Excellent Service Record
Based on 3 complaints  |  Oct 2024 – Sep 2025Ombudsman data from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix Health.

Explore Phoenix Health Policies

Phoenix Health offers 124 health insurance policies across three coverage types. Prices shown are for Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

Hospital Cover

24 policies covering private hospital treatment, from $52.28* per month. Ranges from Basic tier (lowest coverage, avoid Medicare Levy Surcharge) to Gold tier (highest coverage, most treatments included).

24 policies available
From:$52.28/mo*
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Extras Cover

4 policies covering general treatment (dental, optical, physio, etc.), from $40.78* per month. Extras policies help reduce out-of-pocket costs for everyday health services not covered by Medicare.

4 policies available
From:$40.78/mo*
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Hospital & Extras Combined

96 policies bundling both hospital and extras coverage, from $93.06* per month. Combined policies often include a discount (typically 2–5%) compared to purchasing hospital and extras separately.

96 policies available
From:$93.06/mo*
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Policy Name
Type
Tier
Price*
Hospital
Extras
Silver Plus Support Hospital & Kick Start Extras 50
Combined
Silver+
$130.52
Bronze Plus Essentials & Kick Start Extras 50
Combined
Bronze+
$109.83
Bronze Hospital & Kick Start Extras 50
Combined
Bronze
$107.93
Basic Accident Only Hospital & Kick Start Extras 50
Combined
Basic
$93.06
-
Silver Plus Support Hospital
Hospital
Silver+
$89.74
-
Bronze Plus Essentials Hospital
Hospital
Bronze+
$69.05
-
Bronze Hospital
Hospital
Bronze
$67.15
-
Basic Accident Only Hospital
Hospital
Basic
$52.28
-
-
Kick Start Extras 50
Extras
-
$40.78
-

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

Overall Phoenix Health price increase

Phoenix HealthIndustry average

Customer Reviews

Google Reviews
4.9out of 5
Based on 406 reviewsReviews sourced from
Google Reviews (April 2026).

What Phoenix Health Specialises In

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

Hospital Coverage
Silver+
26+ clinical categories, plus added cover
Bronze+
17+ clinical categories, plus added cover
Bronze
17+ clinical categories
Basic
Minimal coverage, MLS avoidance
Extras Coverage
General Dental (check-ups, cleans, fillings)
Physiotherapy
Chiropractic
Remedial Massage
Non-PBS Pharmaceuticals (prescription medicines)

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

Excellent Service Record1 complaint 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), Phoenix Health has an Excellent Service Record with significantly fewer complaints than the industry average when normalised by market share.

15Complaint Rateper 1% market share · last 12 months
0%Investigation Rateno formal investigations
100%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

3
Complaints
0.2
Mkt Share %
100%
Resolved
Quarter-on-Quarter:complaint volume unchanged (1 complaints)complaint rate per market share holding steady

Complaint Rate per 1% Market Share: Quarter on Quarter

Latest quarter
Previous quarters
Industry avg: 7.1
0
0 complaints
Q4 '24
5
1 complaints
Q1 '25
5
1 complaints
Q2 '25
5
1 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 Phoenix Health.
Disputes referred to insurer100%
How Phoenix Health Addresses These

100% internal resolution rate and zero Ombudsman investigations — Phoenix Health Fund 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.

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

15
3 complaints
Phoenix Health
28.58
Industry Avg

Phoenix Health Fund's rate appears higher due to small market share (0.2%). With just 3 complaints over the last 12 months, the normalised calculation inflates the number. In absolute terms, far fewer than major insurers.

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 Phoenix Health1800 028 817 or enquiries@phoenixhealthfund.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 Phoenix Health to Competitors

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

PricingCompare Phoenix Health Fund'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 rangePhoenix Health Fund offers 124 policies — compare the breadth of coverage options available.
Market PositionPhoenix Health Fund holds 0.2% market share among Australian health insurers.
Phoenix Health FundPhoenix Health Fund
Current Fund
Policies
124
Google Ratings
4.9/5
From*
$52.28/mo
Type
For-profit
Service
Excellent

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

Contact & Support

Phone
General: 1800 028 817Claims: 1800 028 817Mon-Fri 8am-6pm AEST
Email
enquiries@phoenixhealthfund.com.au
Online
https://www.phoenixhealthfund.com.au
Mail
PO Box 156NEWCASTLENSW 2300

Phoenix Health Mobile App

App Store
App StorePhoenix Health Australia
1.6/5
53 ratings
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Google Play
Google PlayPhoenix Health Australia
2.2/5
41 reviews·5K+ downloads
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App features: login with Face ID, submit Fast and Photo Claims, view previous claims, check Extras limits, estimate benefits, update contact details, and view cover, premium, next payment date.

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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