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Police Health Health Insurance Review 2026

Compare 60 Police Health policies. Prices shown for: Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

Police Health Insurance - Quick Facts

All Policies60
From$162.84/mo
Founded1935
Customer reviews
3.9 stars/ 38 reviews
Average Service Record
Based on 16 complaints  |  Oct 2024 – Sep 2025Ombudsman data from Police 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 Police 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 Police Health.

Explore Police Health Policies

Police Health offers 60 health insurance policies across three coverage types. Prices shown are for Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

Hospital Cover

4 policies covering private hospital treatment, from $162.84* per month. Ranges from Basic tier (lowest coverage, avoid Medicare Levy Surcharge) to Gold tier (highest coverage, most treatments included).

4 policies available
From:$162.84/mo*
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Extras Cover

28 policies covering general treatment (dental, optical, physio, etc.), from $106.10* per month. Extras policies help reduce out-of-pocket costs for everyday health services not covered by Medicare.

28 policies available
From:$106.1/mo*
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Hospital & Extras Combined

28 policies bundling both hospital and extras coverage, from $262.85* per month. Combined policies often include a discount (typically 2–5%) compared to purchasing hospital and extras separately.

28 policies available
From:$262.85/mo*
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Policy Name
Type
Tier
Price*
Hospital
Extras
Gold Combined
Combined
Gold
$262.85
Gold Hospital
Hospital
Gold
$162.84
-
Rolling Extras
Extras
-
$106.10
-

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

Overall Police Health price increase

Police HealthIndustry average

Customer Reviews

Google Reviews
3.9out of 5
Based on 38 reviewsReviews sourced from
Google Reviews (April 2026).

What Police Health Specialises In

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

Hospital Coverage
Gold
Comprehensive — all clinical categories
Extras Coverage
General Dental (check-ups, cleans, fillings)
Major Dental (crowns, bridges, dentures)
Endodontic (root canal therapy)
Orthodontic (braces, teeth straightening)
Optical (glasses, contacts, eye tests)

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

Average Service Record3 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), Police Health has an Average Service Record with a complaint volume in line with the industry average when normalised by market share.

26.67Complaint Rateper 1% market share · last 12 months
13%Investigation Rateformal investigations
87%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

16
Complaints
0.6
Mkt Share %
87%
Resolved
Quarter-on-Quarter:complaint volume unchanged (3 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
6.67
4 complaints
Q4 '24
10
6 complaints
Q1 '25
5
3 complaints
Q2 '25
5
3 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 Police Health.
Disputes referred to insurer69%
Resolved at first contact19%
Formal investigations13%
How Police Health Addresses These

87% internal resolution rate and 2 Ombudsman investigations — Police 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.

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

26.67
16 complaints
Police Health
28.58
Industry Avg

Police Health's rate appears higher due to small market share (0.6%). With just 16 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 Police Health1800 603 603 or enquiries@policehealth.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 Police Health to Competitors

Based on official data from the Private Health Insurance Ombudsman (PHIO), Police Health has an Average Service Record.

PricingCompare Police 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 rangePolice Health offers 60 policies — compare the breadth of coverage options available.
Market PositionPolice Health holds 0.6% market share among Australian health insurers.
Police HealthPolice Health
Current Fund
Policies
60
Google Ratings
3.9/5
From*
$162.84/mo
Type
For-profit
Service
Average

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

Contact & Support

Phone
General: 1800 603 603Claims: 1800 603 603Mon-Fri 8am-6pm AEST
Email
enquiries@policehealth.com.au
Online
http://www.policehealth.com.au
Mail
320 King William StreetAdelaideSA 5000

Police Health Mobile App

App Store
App StorePolice Health Australia
1.9/5
76 ratings
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Google Play
Google PlayPolice Health Australia
2.0/5
93 reviews·10K+ downloads
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App features: submit claims by snapping receipt photos, check limit usage, claiming history and policy details, and log in with a password or biometric authentication.

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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