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Increase again in 6 months
I haven’t lodged a claim yet and quite a new member (joined June 2020) and had an increase in my premium last October and this coming April! It’s outrageous! This upcoming increase even removes some of my current coverage which is really disappointing — paying more for less coverage. Will probably get a new insurance!!
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larrySydney, NSW
- 2 reviews
- 1 like
Excellent value with "old fashioned" courtesy!
Been a member for almost 5 years and wish I had joined them earlier. Through several major health issues including heart surgery they have been wonderful with no problems at all.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Larry, thanks for sharing your experience with us. We're so pleased to hear that we could be of help and that you find value with your cover.
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I can trust Westfund.
My late husband and I joined Westfund many years ago. He has since passed away but I find Westfund very easy and pleasant to work with now that I am on my own. They pay my claims promptly, answer my telephone queries successfully and I feel comfortable knowing they are there for me in the event that I have a serious and large claim. I know I can trust Westfund.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Joyce, we always appreciate when our members take the time to share their experience with us. As your health insurer, we're so pleased to hear that you trust us and that you feel comfortable knowin... Read more
g we're here for you. Thank you for writing this review.I thank you for acknowledging my comments, and was interested to read other member's messages also.
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Steph-MSouth East Queensland, QLD
Excellent service
Well done Daniel! I rang up for a quote and was very pleasantly surprised at the friendly and informative information he provided. If only we had more customer service representatives like him in the world.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Steph-M, we're so pleased to hear that you had a great experience over the phone with a member of our team - we'll make sure to pass your kind words on. Thanks for taking the time to leave to positive review.
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pecasita
- 3 reviews
Policy does not reflect the real conditions
Like all private health funds, they charm you to submit your hard earned money to buy their policy. It all sound clear and explicit in the claims table, and acceptable. When it comes to a claim the real hidden conditions that have not been disclosed come into effect. I causes frustration having discussions with call centre staff. It is disappointing and I might have to continue searching for a fund that covers my needs. I hope that I know now all the questions to ask before closing the deal.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Pecasita, thank you for taking the time to reach out us. We're sorry to hear that you aren’t happy with your recent experience with us – this is not the kind of service that we aim to provide to ou... Read more
r members. We understand that members of our team have been in contact with you regarding this issue. However, please don’t hesitate to call us on 1300 937 838 if you would like to speak to a member of our team directly again.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Tom MatherIllawarra, NSW
- 2 reviews
- 1 like
Excellent product
The policy is just right for us. It's easy to deal with Westfund no hoops to jump through. Just straight forward and excellent rapport with the staff. They are very considerate towards our need.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Tom, we always like hearing when members find value and peace of mind with their cover. Thanks for writing this great review - we'll make sure to pass your kind words on to our team.
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JennySouth East Queensland, QLD
Westfund is a Great Fund to Be In
Great value for money. Excellent service. Fabulous cover for all of our family members. Having health cover is expensive, but we certainly get the best out of it every time we need it. We have no complaints and would recommend this fund to anyone.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Jenny, we’re so happy to hear that you find Westfund a great health fund to be in. As a not-for-profit and member owned health fund, we’re focused putting people and communities above profit, and b... Read more
eing treated like a person, not a number. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience and for recommending us.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
SGSydney
- 4 reviews
- 5 likes
Excellent Value and Customer Service
I shopped around for the best plan at the best price. Westfund has them. Also excellent customer service and it is so easy to make a claim using the App. I would not go to any other fund now. I have recommended Westfund to others. Please look up the products and compare the prices for yourself.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi SG, we always enjoy hearing what our members like most about being with Westfund. Thanks for sharing that you find our customer service excellent and that you recommend us as a health fund.
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DeeCrace 2911, ACT
- 4 reviews
- 2 likes
Westfund Health Fund
Westfund is the best private health I’ve belonged to in over 50 years and will never change because of value for money, plus the staff are always courteous, polite and professional
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Dee, we always enjoy hearing from our long-term members. It's great to know that you find value and peace of mind with your cover. Thanks sharing your feedback with us - we'll make sure to pass your kind words on to our team.
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WhyCentral Queensland, QLD
- 3 reviews
- 3 likes
Lots of room for improvement but with top-notch customer service
I hardly give good reviews but when I do, I mean it!
Have been with Westfund for a about a year and switched to another private insurance. Nonetheless, I still consider Westfund has the highest industry standards with superior customer service that I have never experienced elsewhere (amongst all other provide health insurance companies).
There are indeed lots of room for improvement from their internal technical perspective, but they are always trying their best and their support team is so approachable.
Highly recommend west fund not only because of their cheaper premium costs but for their high-quality customer services you will receive.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Why, it is so pleasing to hear that you find our customer service superior. Thank you leaving this review and for sharing your experience with us.
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Renee McKenzieSouth East Queensland, QLD
Cannot fault their service or the amazing rebates you receive
Every time I have had to call it’s answered quickly and the query is handled immediately. My EP (Exercise Physiologist) says it is the best rebate she has ever seen!!
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Renee, it’s so pleasing to hear that you can’t fault the service you’re receiving from us. Thanks for writing this positive review.
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dazzaSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 23 reviews
- 14 likes
- Verified customer
Smoke and mirrors
Like many other reviews in here, I appreciate the great customer service offered by Westfund. Their hospital and extras policies are competitively priced so on face value they’re good. It’s not until you claim on extras that you realise how poor the benefits/rebates are.
I needed dental work which was going to cost approximately $1700 and whilst the item numbers fell within my policy limits, the rebate amounts were shockingly low and would have left me out of pocket by nearly $1000. I enquired with the Westfund agent about upgrading to thei...Read more
r top Ultimate Extras cover as I was prepared to delay my dental work while serving out any waiting periods. The rebates were just as poor as my current level of cover and would still have left me out of pocket quite a lot. So yes, Westfund extras look good on paper with comprehensive inclusions and fantastic limits, but the benefits paid are terrible. In most cases it’s unlikely anyone will attend enough visits to fully utilise their annual limits for each included category. In the end I switched extras providers and now receive 75% back on everything. Yes I pay more but in the long run this policy is far better value than anything offered by westfund. I urge everyone to do their homework and not sign up to Westfund extras based on the included limits, it’s the rebates (benefits) paid that often matters the most.1 comment
Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Dazza, we value all member feedback and appreciate the time you have taken to share your experience with us - we'll make sure to pass your honest feedback on to our team.
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Gavman
- 2 reviews
- 1 like
Been with them for years, got turned down when I needed help.
So I've recently discovered that I may need cancer testing and likely treatment but not to worry those ridiculous dollar signs before me is why I got private health insurance.
... Nope I'm on my own not an ounce of remorse either after I reminded them how serious this was still nothing so I said fine you've lose a client all I got was
"pffft bye then."
At least I've got enough in my super to cover the funeral costs so my parents have one less thing to stress over.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Gavman,
We’re sorry to hear you aren’t happy with your recent experience. If you would like to further discuss this matter, please send us a private message as soon as you’re able with your best co... Read more
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ChrisGardHunter Region, NSW
- 3 reviews
- 8 likes
- Verified customer
Outstanding Customer service
We have just transferred to Westfund, going through a Fund comparison. Wanting to make sure we had the best cover for "us". Our previous fund was comparable, the consultant pointed out some benefits Westfund had, that our fund didn't and did the transfer very easily. Wonderful Daniel did the Welcome call. AWESOME guy. Extremely helpful, pleasant and convinced me I'd made the best decision. Westfund is working for Australians and I couldn't be happier we've transferred.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi ChrisGard, we're thrilled to hear that you're satisfied with your switch to Westfund. When you switch to Westfund, you're switching to an Australian owned, not-for-profit that puts people first. Th... Read more
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LouiseCentral West, NSW
- 3 reviews
- 3 likes
Great health fund provider
My husband joined WestFund in the late 1970's and I have been a member since the mid 1980. Over the years we (now I) have compared other health funds but always found that WestFund offer the best product & service for cost. WestFund have always met our health needs and costs. Last week had my eyes tested to update my old reading glasses and found not only was I able to get 2 pairs of glasses but there was not out of pocket costs to me and I received them within 7 days time. All the staff, no matter what department have always been polite and very helpful with any & all queries or claims. Fantastic Customer Service, am staying with the best.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Louise, we're so pleased to hear that you find value and peace of mind with your cover. Thanks for your sharing your experiencing with us - we'll make sure to pass your kind words on to our team.
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Elizabeth H.South East Queensland, QLD
Good old fashioned country service.
My phone call with a query about joining was answered promptly. Daniel was so helpful and friendly. He went out of his way to help me get the best deal. Very happy.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Elizabeth, thanks for taking the time to share this lovely feedback. We will be sure to pass your kind comments through to Daniel - we always love to hear that our team have provided great customer service.
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What a great fund to be a member of!
Westfund is a very professional organisation. Staff are competent and display great Customer Service skills. Claims are processed quickly and if ever there is an issue, it is dealt with immediately. Westfund is value for money!
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Helen, thanks for taking the time to leave us such a positive review - we're so pleased to hear that you're happy with Westfund.
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Brian T South East Queensland, QLD
The Best
My wife and I have been with Westfund for over 20 years. Never a problem with a claim, always the best service. I've checked out other funds non came close, one even told me, stay where you are. My plan is Classic Gold, I'm certainly staying with Westfund. Brian Tomlinson
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Brian T, thanks for taking the time to write this review. We always enjoy hearing from our long-term members and it's really pleasing to hear that you find our service the best.
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Health fund that cares.
I have been with westfund for decades and have always enjoyed great service, very competitive rates and total honesty .
I highly recommend westfund to everyone needing healthcare cover at a fair price
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi warwick W., we are so happy to hear that you enjoy our service and would recommend us as a health fund. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us.
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saintmWide Bay-Burnett, QLD
Consistently great service
I've been with Westfund for over 10 years now. Every so often I shop around to make sure it's still good value for money - it is! The customer service staff are always very courteous and very helpful.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi saintm, we always enjoy hearing from our long-term members. It's great to know that you find value with your cover and that you're happy with the service you're receiving from our team. Thanks for taking the time to write this review.
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Questions & Answers
Jacasked
I have silver plus insurance. What is the cost for gold cover? Im an aged pensioner
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The best answer I can give is for you to call them on 1300 937 838 as mine membership is fully tailored to my needs so what it may cost me may be different for someone else. The ladies at WestFund Lithgow are extremely helpful with any and all queries. Sorry I could not give you a set figure.
Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Jac, thanks for asking this question. In order to give you an accurate quote, please send us a private message with your membership number and best contact number or email address and we’ll be in touch shortly.
Sky A.asked
Hi. Can you please tell me what out of pocket expenses to expect with wls and what dr/s you use in Wollongong for this surgery ?
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Hi Sky, it's difficult to answer this question as everyone's plan is on a different level, depending on the cost of premium you choose. We haven't gone with Top cover but we have chosen to have a $500 excess for hospital. It really is useful to chat with the Compare The Market people, they will talk through what you need from the health fund.
Thank you. I will try that. There is also a dr came up in Campbelltown for this op also.
Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Sky A., thanks for asking this question. We do cover weight loss surgery under our Gold Hospital cover, if it is considered a medically necessary procedure. It's important to note that the procedure needs to have an applicable Medicare Item Number to be payable by Westfund. If you have a pre-existing condition and do not currently have hospital cover, you would need to serve a 12 month waiting period. You are able to choose your own doctor, however to be covered for this procedure your doctor would need have rights to one of Westfund's contracted hospitals. We are more than happy to discuss your options with you. If you would like further information, please send us a private message and we'll ensure it is followed up.
Monaasked
Hi
do you cover sleeve gastrectomy operation , and how long I should been waiting till i can do my operation .
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Mona, thanks for asking this question. We do cover sleeve gastrectomy surgery under our Gold Hospital cover, if it is considered a medically necessary procedure. It's important to note that the procedure needs to have an applicable Medicare Item Number to be payable by Westfund. If you have a pre-existing condition and do not currently have hospital cover, you would need to serve a 12 month waiting period. If you would like further information, please send us a private message and we'll ensure it is followed up.
What is considered “pre-existing”?
Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Sandra, thanks for asking this question. A pre-existing condition is an illness or condition for which, in the opinion of a medical practitioner appointed by Westfund, signs and symptoms existed during 6 months before the date you joined Westfund or upgraded to a higher level of cover. A 12 month waiting period applies to all new members for hospital costs relating to the treatment of pre-existing conditions.
Should you wish to claim a benefit for hospital treatment before this period ends, you will need to ask your certified medical practitioner to complete the Medical Practitioner Certificate regarding ‘Pre-Existing Ailments’ form - https://dcug9eellku7n.cloudfront.net/dl/forms/Medical_Practitioner_Certificate.pdf
This certificate helps Westfund determine the level of health insurance benefits that will apply when hospitalisation is required for members who have been with Westfund for less than 12 months. Once this period is over you are entitled to the full benefits available under your policy.
If you wish to discuss your enquiry in further detail, please send us a private message with your best contact number and, we will be happy to arrange for a member of our team to give you a call.
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Julie T.Westfund Health Insurance
Hi Grace, thank you for your recent feedback regarding our upcoming benefit and premium changes.
We appreciate your loyalty to Westfund. Our members are our priority and, as a not-for-profit insurer... Read more
, providing quality products and service is important to us.