# Ending higher private health rebate for Australians over 65 is ‘good policy change’, study co-author says

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- The Guardian, 2026-08-26 15:00 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/27/private-health-insurance-rebate-65-and-over

> Health economists say removing the higher private health insurance rebate for Australians aged 65 and over, planned for April 2027, is unlikely to add meaningful pressure to public hospitals. Research estimates 0.1% to 0.4% of insured people will drop cover, while the government could save $730m to $940m annually.