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UniHealth Health Insurance Review 2026

Compare 36 UniHealth policies. Prices shown for: Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

Issued by Teachers Health

UniHealth Insurance - Quick Facts

All Policies36
From$81.11/mo
Founded2014
Customer reviews
3.6 stars/ 185 reviews
Excellent Service Record
Based on 72 complaints  |  Oct 2024 – Sep 2025Ombudsman data from Teachers 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 UniHealth.

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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 UniHealth.

Explore UniHealth Policies

UniHealth offers 36 health insurance policies across three coverage types. Prices shown are for Single, NSW, Age 30, $500 excess.

Hospital Cover

16 policies covering private hospital treatment, from $81.11* per month. Ranges from Basic tier (lowest coverage, avoid Medicare Levy Surcharge) to Gold tier (highest coverage, most treatments included).

16 policies available
From:$81.11/mo*
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Extras Cover

12 policies covering general treatment (dental, optical, physio, etc.), from $33.00* per month. Extras policies help reduce out-of-pocket costs for everyday health services not covered by Medicare.

12 policies available
From:$33/mo*
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Hospital & Extras Combined

8 policies bundling both hospital and extras coverage, from $87.29* per month. Combined policies often include a discount (typically 2–5%) compared to purchasing hospital and extras separately.

8 policies available
From:$87.29/mo*
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Policy Name
Type
Tier
Price*
Hospital
Extras
Top Hospital (Gold) & Top Extras
Combined
Gold
$215.56
StarterPak (Basic Plus)
Combined
Basic+
$87.29
Top Hospital (Gold)
Hospital
Gold
$134.81
-
Mid Classic (Silver Plus)
Hospital
Silver+
$93.25
-
Basic Hospital (Basic Plus)
Hospital
Basic+
$81.11
-
Basic Extras
Extras
-
$33.00
-

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

Overall UniHealth price increase

UniHealthIndustry average

Customer Reviews

Google Reviews
3.6out of 5
Based on 185 reviewsReviews sourced from
Google Reviews (April 2026).

What UniHealth 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
Basic+
Minimal coverage, plus added cover
Extras Coverage
General Dental (check-ups, cleans, fillings)
Optical (glasses, contacts, eye tests)
Non-PBS Pharmaceuticals (prescription medicines)
Physiotherapy
Chiropractic

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

Complaints data is recorded against the underwriting fund. UniHealth is underwritten by Teachers Health, so the figures below reflect Teachers Health's Ombudsman record.

Excellent Service Record21 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), UniHealth has an Excellent Service Record with significantly fewer complaints than the industry average when normalised by market share.

27.69Complaint Rateper 1% market share · last 12 months
4%Investigation Rateformal investigations
96%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

72
Complaints
2.6
Mkt Share %
96%
Resolved
Quarter-on-Quarter:up 17% (18 → 21 complaints)complaint rate per market share worsening

Complaint Rate per 1% Market Share: Quarter on Quarter

Latest quarter
Previous quarters
Industry avg: 7.1
6.15
16 complaints
Q4 '24
6.54
17 complaints
Q1 '25
6.92
18 complaints
Q2 '25
8.08
21 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 UniHealth.
Disputes referred to insurer93%
Resolved at first contact3%
Formal investigations4%
How UniHealth Addresses These

96% internal resolution rate and 3 Ombudsman investigations — UniHealth 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.

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

27.69
72 complaints
UniHealth
28.58
Industry Avg

UniHealth handles 2.6% of the market. Complaint rate of 27.69 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 UniHealth1300 728 188 or info@teachershealth.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 UniHealth to Competitors

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

PricingCompare UniHealth'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 rangeUniHealth offers 36 policies — compare the breadth of coverage options available.
Market PositionUniHealth holds 2.6% market share among Australian health insurers.
UniHealthUniHealth
Current Fund
Policies
36
Google Ratings
3.6/5
From*
$81.11/mo
Type
For-profit
Service
Excellent

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

Contact & Support

Phone
General: 1300 728 188Claims: 1300 728 188Mon-Fri 8am-6pm AEST
Email
info@teachershealth.com.au
Online
http://www.teachershealth.com.au
Mail
Level 4260 Elizabeth StreetSydneyNSW 2000

UniHealth Mobile App

App Store
App StoreUniHealth Australia
1.8/5
4 ratings
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App features: claim on the spot with your digital card, submit receipts from your phone, track claims, check cover and Extras limits, and view membership details.

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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