Members of the ADF and their families are at the heart of Defence Health. Our network of Defence Community Relationship Officers is strongly connected to the Defence community. Through either personal or partner service, our officers understand your needs and are here to help.
Amanda Carson - Defence Community Relationship Officer, TAS
Amanda operates from Hobart and serves all of Tasmania.
Mobile: 0490 496 049
Email: [email protected]
We support the Defence community
If you have a Defence related conference or community event you think we should know about, just drop us a line. If it supports the Defence community and reflects our family values, then we’ll be keen to check it out. In Tasmania, sponsorship enquiries should be directed to Amanda Carson at [email protected].
For national sponsorship enquiries, contact Ali Berlioz-Nott, Defence Community Relationship Manager, at [email protected].
Why you’re better off with Defence Health
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Tailored packages for ADFTailored packages with the things we know you use.
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Special member prices at network dentistsAt a network dentist, you'll get quality dental care at special member prices. Plus, you’ll receive a no-gap annual check-up and clean (limited to one per financial year for Value Extras, or two per financial year for Premier Extras and ADF Total Package, and within general dental limits).
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No-gap glassesWith extras cover you can choose from a wide range of no-gap glasses from our optical network.
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Flexible extras on flexi-limitsFlexi-limits include a range of extras treatments under one overall limit. It can be used across the range of included treatments, or you can choose to use it all on your favourite included treatment.
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Comprehensive ambulance coverComprehensive cover for ambulance services by state-appointed ambulance providers across Australia. This includes emergency services, non-emergency dispatch, mobile intensive care and air and sea ambulances services. Patient transport services are not ambulance services and are not claimable.
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Friendly expert staffOur friendly expert staff are here to help. In 2019, 98% of members surveyed said they were satisfied with our service. It’s because we never forget we’re dealing with your health and wellbeing.
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We’re for family, not for profitBecause we’re not-for-profit, we’ve got more for members. Member contributions stay in the fund for the benefit of all members, so we can give more back to members in benefits and we focus on keeping premiums low.
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Over 65 years experienceWe were created to support the families of those who defend our country. With all our experience, we understand better than anyone what you want from health insurance.
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Customer satisfaction awardOur members are among the most satisfied in the industry. We consistently rank highly in independent customer satisfaction surveys and our customer service has been recognised by the Financial Review’s Exceptional Service Awards and Roy Morgan Customer Satisfaction Awards.
Learn more about cover for the essentials you need
We recommendADF Total Package Gold
Our ADF Total Package Gold has been designed with ADF families in mind. It gives you our best protection with comprehensive hospital cover and access to a wide range of extras services with generous annual limits.
It's perfect for those wanting comprehensive cover at a great price. If only your partner is serving you can also access this cover and if you're both serving you can cover your kids only.
The product guide provides information about what’s covered and the benefits we pay, waiting periods and relevant limitations. Please read these carefully and retain.
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Hospital Features
Features Covered Tonsils, adenoids and grommets Hernia and appendix Dental surgery Bone, joint and muscle Joint reconstructions Gastrointestinal endoscopy Rehabilitation Palliative care Hospital psychiatric services Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer Brain and nervous system Kidney and bladder Diabetes management (excluding insulin pumps) Skin Male reproductive system Gynaecology Miscarriage and termination of pregnancy Eye (not cataracts) Ear, nose and throat Breast surgery (medically necessary) Pain management Digestive system Heart and vascular system Lung and chest Blood Insulin pumps Pregnancy and birth Back, neck and spine Podiatric surgery (by a registered podiatric surgeon) Plastic and reconstructive surgery (medically necessary) Implantation of hearing devices Pain management with device Sleep studies Weight loss surgery Assisted reproductive services Cataracts Dialysis for chronic kidney failure Joint replacements All other services recognised by Medicare Chronic care programs Hospital substitute programs Treatment not recognised by Medicare incl. most cosmetic surgery Midwifery (confinement and delivery) Home nursing -
Extras Features
You might like to considerADF Essentials Package Basic Plus
Our ADF Essentials Package Basic Plus provides cover for a limited number of common treatments that young and healthy adults are most likely to need.
The package is great if you're on a budget, or if you're looking for limited hospital cover to avoid Government penalties and still want something back for your money.
If only your partner is serving in the ADF you can also access this cover.
The product guide provides information about what’s covered and the benefits we pay, waiting periods and relevant limitations. Please read these carefully and retain.
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Hospital Features
Features Covered Tonsils, adenoids and grommets Hernia and appendix Dental surgery Bone, joint and muscle Joint reconstructions Gastrointestinal endoscopy Rehabilitation Palliative care Hospital psychiatric services Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer Brain and nervous system Kidney and bladder Diabetes management (excluding insulin pumps) Skin Male reproductive system Gynaecology Miscarriage and termination of pregnancy Eye (not cataracts) Ear, nose and throat Breast surgery (medically necessary) Pain management Digestive system Heart and vascular system Lung and chest Blood Insulin pumps Pregnancy and birth Back, neck and spine Podiatric surgery (by a registered podiatric surgeon) Plastic and reconstructive surgery (medically necessary) Implantation of hearing devices Pain management with device Sleep studies Weight loss surgery Assisted reproductive services Cataracts Dialysis for chronic kidney failure Joint replacements All other services recognised by Medicare Chronic care programs Hospital substitute programs Treatment not recognised by Medicare incl. most cosmetic surgery Midwifery (confinement and delivery) Home nursing -
Extras Features
Features Covered General and preventive dental Up to $500Major dental Only surgical extractions coveredOrthodontics Optical Up to $170Health and wellbeing Up to $200School accidents Flexi-limits Up to $450Physiotherapy (including hydrotherapy) Chiropractic/Osteopathy Antenatal and postnatal services Exercise physiology Psychology Speech therapy Occupational therapy Podiatry/chiropody Audiology Eye therapy Dietitian Pharmacy and vaccinations Travel vaccinations
Find a provider
We understand that finding a provider can be confusing. We are here to help.
- Search our optical network
- Search our dental network
- Search for an extras provider
- Find an agreement hospital
- Find a doctor who may use Access Gap to cap your medical fees
Transitioning out of the ADF?
We understand that transitioning out of the ADF can be daunting. We are here to help.
- Tailored resources and support for transitioning and ex-serving members
- Special premiums for DVA Veteran card holders
- Transition discount for discharging ADF
Why you need private health insurance
Private health insurance could help you avoid Government taxes and loadings.
- The Australian Government provides a rebate to make health insurance more affordable. The level of rebate is based on income and the age of the oldest person covered by the policy
- If you're older than 30 and don't have hospital cover you may have a Lifetime Health Cover loading
- The Medicare Levy Surcharge is an additional tax on high income earners who don't have hospital cover
Are you living in the Northern Territory? We have products better suited to you, because hospital costs are lower in the NT. You can mix and match our hospital and extras products to create the perfect cover for your life stage – and enjoy special premiums. Get a quote or talk to us on 1800 335 425.
You can join Defence Health if you recognise yourself in one or more of the groups below.
Past service
- All those who have previously served in the ADF (full-time or part-time) and their partners and children
ADF supporters
- Anyone who works or has worked in the Department of Defence and other Defence-related departments
- Anyone who works or has worked for a Defence supplier - a company or agency contracted to the Department of Defence, where you are or were involved in the supply of goods and services to Defence
Extended families
- You are the mum or dad, son or daughter, sister or brother, grandchild or ex-spouse/partner of a serving or ex-serving member of the ADF or of an ADF supporter (described above)
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Partners and dependent kids of ADF members (permanent SERCAT 6-7, and reservist SERCAT 3-5) can all join Defence Health. We have specially designed cover options more relevant to your needs.