There are no exceptions to this procedure. The medical insurance company that the Australian government has chosen to manage the health cover scheme for international students is Medibank Private. Medibank Private has branch offices throughout Australia, and can provide fast, convenient service for students. Procedure On receipt of the prescribed fee, the Education Abroad Co-ordinator at RMIT will issue the Acceptance Advice form which will then allow for visa application. Medibank Private will then forward a membership book and card once the application has been processed.
Student pays the difference.
In both cases, if the doctor charges more than the schedule fee, students pays the difference. Students are also covered if they are an outpatient at a public hospital. Private hospitals - students receive some benefits, but are responsible for payment of the difference in fees. Students are not covered for medical or hospital care outside Australia. Benefits are not provided for pregnancy-related services during the first nine months of membership, nor IVF services.