RE: [ozmidwifery] On behalf of Rochelle . Perth

[Mary Murphy]

Hi Rochelle, the HBF of W.A covers $1400 of the midwives fee if top hospital cover. $1040 if intermediate.  If the client also claims the hospital or OBs fee she will only be paid one of them.  Australian Unity pays more.  Other funds pay less.  Medicare Private pays none at all.  Contact me off list if you want more info.  It is best for the client to ask her health fund herself so she can put consumer pressure on them.  Cheers, MM   From: owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au [mailto:owner-ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au] On Behalf Of lisa chalmers Sent: Wednesday, 11 January 2006 8:12 AM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] On behalf of Rochelle . Perth   Hello, I seem to remember that poeple on this list have done the ground work in regards to health funds covering homebirths and private midwifery services. Does anyone know of one that covers these services and if so how much do they cover? Alternatively has anyone had any luck negotiating with their current provider for this type of cover. (I am with medibank private) I am not pregnant but as I am sure waiting periods apply I am trying to keep my options open.  Cheers Rochelle.