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 23
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 23
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 23
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 23
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 23
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 23
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 review their policy to find the best cover. Business • 29 Nov 22
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 review their policy to find the best cover. 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
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 are being made to the financial services watchdog about health insurance. Business • 15 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 are being made to the financial services watchdog about health insurance. 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
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
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 switch. Business • 18 Dec 21
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 switch. 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 in premiums next year. Business • 02 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 in premiums next year. 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
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, 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
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
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
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
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 their cover, according to new research carried out by health insurance consultancy TotalHealthCover.ie. Business • 06 Oct 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 their cover, according to new research carried out by health insurance consultancy TotalHealthCover.ie. 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 may opt to terminate cover. Business • 02 Jul 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 may opt to terminate cover. 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 hospitals. Business • 17 Apr 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 hospitals. 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
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, according to the Health Insurance Authority. Business • 08 Aug 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, according to the Health Insurance Authority. Business • 08 Aug 19
Study finds health insurance holders unlikely to switch Just one in every six people here are likely to switch health insurer provider at their next renewal, a new survey has found. Business • 29 May 19
Study finds health insurance holders unlikely to switch Just one in every six people here are likely to switch health insurer provider at their next renewal, a new survey has found. Business • 29 May 19
Pace of switching in health insurance market slows The pace of switching health insurance providers in the Irish market is slowing down a new survey has found, with just a fifth of adults saying they've moved insurers in the past two years. Business • 25 Feb 19
Pace of switching in health insurance market slows The pace of switching health insurance providers in the Irish market is slowing down a new survey has found, with just a fifth of adults saying they've moved insurers in the past two years. Business • 25 Feb 19
Five ways to boost your household finances in 2018 If you have, like many of us, renewed the annual vow to sort out the household finances once and for all in 2018, here are some tips to help along the way. Your Money • 07 Aug 18
Five ways to boost your household finances in 2018 If you have, like many of us, renewed the annual vow to sort out the household finances once and for all in 2018, here are some tips to help along the way. Your Money • 07 Aug 18
Number of people with health insurance rises again Despite an increase in the number of people taking up health insurance in the past year, the total number of consumers with health cover is still lower than the peak reached in 2008. Business • 26 May 17
Number of people with health insurance rises again Despite an increase in the number of people taking up health insurance in the past year, the total number of consumers with health cover is still lower than the peak reached in 2008. Business • 26 May 17
