Irish Life Health to hike plans by average of 4.8% Irish Life Health said today the price of its health insurance plans will increase from January 1, 2004 due to increased demand for healthcare services. Business • 15 Nov
Over 2.4m people have private health insurance, up 3% The number of people with private health insurance at the end of last year rose by 3% compared to a year earlier. Business • 09 Oct
Vhi to increase health insurance policy prices by 7% The largest provider of private health insurance in the State is set to increase premiums by 7% from 1 October. Business • 30 Aug
Over 65s may be overpaying for health insurance - HIA Many over 65 year olds may not be on the most cost effective health insurance plan for their needs, the Health Insurance Authority (HIA) has … Business • 26 May
Irish Life Health to up premium prices by average of 5% Irish Life Health has today announced an average increase of 5% on its health insurance premiums. Business • 24 May
Laya to increase prices by 4.4% from April Average premiums for Laya health insurance plans are to increase by 4.4% from April 1st. Business • 10 Feb
Vhi announces average price rise of 4.8% from March Health insurance company Vhi is to increase premiums by an average of 4.8% across its health insurance plans from March 1. Business • 26 Jan
HIA urges people to review health insurance policies With over one million people due to renew their health insurance between now and next March, the Health Insurance Authority (HIA) is encouraging people to … Business • 29 Nov 22
Irish Life Health to increase prices by 4.5% next year Irish Life Health is to increase the price of its plans by an average of 4.5% from the start of next year. Business • 25 Nov 22
Confusion about health insurance leading to complaints Poor understanding of cover entitlements, a lack of understanding about waiting periods and confusion about pre-existing conditions are among the main reasons for complaints that … Business • 15 Nov 22
Average heath insurance premium down 3% - HIA The Health Insurance Authority (HIA) has said that the average adult private health insurance premium is down 3% for the second quarter of this year. Business • 07 Sep 22
Irish Life Health to pass on cuts in levy to customers Irish Life Health is to reduce the premiums for its hospital health insurance plans. Business • 28 Feb 22
Why you should review health insurance before you renew Most of us shop around for the best deal on our car insurance, but when it comes to health insurance we're not so quick to … Business • 18 Dec 21
Health insurance prices to rise, despite stamp duty cut A health cover analyst has said a cut in the stamp duty rate on private health insurance is likely to be offset by a rise … Business • 02 Dec 21
Consumers urged to check their health insurance cover The Health Insurance Authority has urged consumers to check that their policy provides the cover they need as well as value for money. Business • 29 Nov 21
Health insurance, pensions among benefits workers want Health insurance, pensions and paid sick leave are among the top benefits sought by employees from their employers, new research has revealed. Business • 24 Aug 21
Health insurance uptake on the rise, but so are prices More than 36,000 people signed up to health insurance in the last year bringing the market to its highest level of membership since 2008. Business • 25 Apr 21
Laya Healthcare to increases prices by average of 2.3% Laya Healthcare is to increase its insurance prices by an average of 2.3% from June, roughly equivalent to a €33 price increase for its customers. Business • 16 Apr 21
2.3m have private health insurance, highest since 2008 The number of people with private health insurance is the highest it has been since 2008, according to Dermot Goode, health insurance expert with Totalhealthcover.ie. Business • 15 Apr 21
Consumers urged to shop around for health insurance Health insurance policy holders are being urged to do their homework and shop around as peak renewal period for policies approaches. Business • 09 Dec 20
Nearly 3 in 5 health insurance members overpaying 3 out of every 5 health insurance members are potentially on the wrong plans and could be over-paying by up to €500 per adult for … Business • 06 Oct 20
Health insurance premium hikes likely before year-end Health insurance premiums are expected to increase further towards the end of the year as Covid-19 impacts on the private health system and some consumers … Business • 02 Jul 20
Health insurers to give customers a partial rebate Private health insurers are to give customers a partial rebate for a three month period to reflect the agreement struck between the HSE and private … Business • 17 Apr 20
Health insurance stamp duty to rise The Government is increasing the stamp duty paid by insurance firms on health insurance policies, which is the first increase in three years. Ireland • 19 Nov 19
2.2 million Irish people have private health insurance The number of people with private health insurance in Ireland rose to 2.2 million at the end of last year, representing 45% of the population, … Business • 08 Aug 19
