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All the Latest News and Insights about Health Insurance from The Health Insurance Shop
Understanding Hospital Admissions and Procedures with Health Insurance in Ireland
Facing a hospital admission or procedure can be stressful. This post aims to clarify the process, highlighting the benefits of health insurance and the invaluable role of a broker. Public vs. Private Patient Status in Irish Hospitals A common misconception is...
Switching Health Insurance: Easier Than You Think and a Smart Way to Save
Rising health insurance costs have many policyholders wondering if they’re getting the best value for their money. While switching providers can seem daunting, the reality is that it’s a straightforward process that can save you hundreds of euro—without losing...
Why use a broker for your health insurance?
The first few months of the year are the busiest time for health insurance renewals, and with premiums rising by an average of 7% in recent months, taking the time to ensure your policy matches your needs and budget is more critical than ever. With over 340 plans...
Level Health brings new plans to Irish Market
The Irish health insurance market is experiencing a shake-up with the arrival of Level Health, a new provider backed by insurance giant Aviva. With over 365 health insurance plans already offered by the other three major providers—VHI Healthcare, Laya Health, and...
Why a specialist is essential at your policy renewal time
When it comes to renewing your health insurance, the process can feel overwhelming. With over 365 health insurance plans available in the Irish market, comparing each plan on a like-for-like basis is nearly impossible without expert guidance. This is where engaging...
Minor injury and illness clinics: peace of mind when you need it
Imagine being able to walk into a clinic, get quick treatment for a minor injury or illness, and get back to your day without the usual wait times. That’s what rapid treatment centres offer – a straightforward, convenient way to get care when you need it. All three of...
New Sleep Apnoea Benefit to Help You Sleep Better and Stay Healthier
If you've heard of sleep apnoea, you'll know it is more than just snoring. It's a serious sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during the night, often without you knowing. These pauses can last for several seconds to more than a minute,...
How Health Insurance Can Help You Save Money
Despite there being a lot of media attention lately about the increasing cost of health insurance premiums. it’s easy to overlook the significant savings and benefits a well-chosen plan can offer. The right plan can actually help you save money on your day-to-day...
Hennelly Finance Named All-Star Health Insurance Broker 2024
Hennelly Finance, the team behind the Health Insurance Shop, is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious All-Star Health Insurance Broker 2024 accolade by the All-Ireland Business Foundation (AIBF). This esteemed recognition celebrates the firm’s...
Back pain treatment programme for onceoff €50 fee
Treatment for back and neck pain with a once-off €50 fee from Irish Life Health's Back-Up programIf you’ve ever had back or neck pain, you’ll know it’s no laughing matter. The good news is that if you’re an Irish Life Health customer you can use the Back-Up program to...
How to make fitness fun and easy this summer
There’s nothing like the Irish long summer evenings to give your fitness goals a boost. We all know just how important fitness is for our mind, body and soul, from its impact on our cardiovascular health and immune system, to the endorphins that kick in after a...
Case Study: How we helped a customer recover thousands on overpaid LCR
The Lifetime Community Rating (LCR) loading applies to people 35 and over, who take out health insurance for the first time. Our customer had been a longstanding member of an Irish health insurance provider for over a decade. After leaving Ireland to work abroad for...
How to use digital doctor to save money and access GPs online
Between Covid-19 and the cost of living crisis, the way we engage with our regular GPs is changing. Traditional face-to-face GP consultations can be time-consuming and expensive – particularly if you have a family and a number of you fall ill around the same time....
How to save money on your health insurance premium without sacrificing the cover you need
Health insurance premiums are still on the rise, and they don’t seem like slowing anytime soon. In 2023, all three major insurance providers in Ireland increased premiums across the board, and unfortunately, this trend is expected to continue into 2024. There are a...
Health insurance renewals you can get excited about!
The new year brings with it a number of offers from health insurance companies, giving policy holders the chance to save money and access new benefits. This is great news for customers whose renewals fall in the first three months of the new year, which is the busiest...
Save money on health insurance in time for Christmas
If your spending is up this Christmas, you wouldn’t be alone. According to Retail Ireland, the Ibec group that represents the retail sector, the average household will spend €1019 on Christmas this year, which is up 5% on 2022. While there’s nothing quite like a...
How your private health insurance can save you money with on GP visits
Some private health insurance plans include free online and telephone GP consultations as standard, potentially saving you hundreds.Covid-19 has had a huge impact on the way we engage with our regular GPs and after 18 months of various pandemic restrictions, telephone...
Supporting employee wellness with an online wellbeing hub
How does your organisation define employee wellness? Have you explored wellness initiatives to bolster the mental, physical, and social health of your workforce? Given the established connections between employee wellness and productivity, performance, and retention,...
All 3 health insurance providers raise premiums in 2023
Don’t let your policy automatically renew; there are hundreds of plans on the market, with new plans coming available every month. Contact us to match a plan for your budget and your needs. In 2023, all three health insurance providers (Laya, VHI and Irish Life...
Specialist Female Health Consultation now available for women at every stage of life
The Health Insurance Shop team was thrilled to join an exclusive event held by Irish Life Health on August 24, which featured a panel discussion on Female Health hosted by journalist Grainne Seoige. The panel discussed important topics related to female health,...
AXA to buy Laya Healthcare in Ireland
In a significant development in the Irish insurance sector, AXA Insurance has announced plans to acquire Laya Healthcare, the country's second-largest health insurer for €650 million. Laya Healthcare, with its extensive reach and strong market presence, boasts a...
How to save money on the rising cost of health insurance premiums
The recent announcements of increased health insurance premiums by all three major insurers in Ireland has intensified the financial pressure many policyholders are facing amidst the prevailing high cost of living. Irish Life Health attributes the premium hikes to a...
How to avoid the Lifetime Community Rating
Taking out health insurance before you turn 35 will ensure you avoid this age-specific government loading call a lifetime community rating.If you are turning 35 soon, and you currently don’t have health insurance, you need to put it at the top of your priority list...
Practical wellness ideas for your workplace
Group health insurance schemes offer practical employee benefits that can be tailored to an organisation’s needs and budget.We all know the importance of practile wellness ideas for your workplace, yet it can be tricky to identify practical initiatives that are a fit...
Your private healthcare questions answered
With the rate of inflation putting pressure on the cost of living, you might be reviewing your costs and wondering how to change them. We take a look private healthcare and can help find the right plan for you. With the rate of inflation putting pressure on the cost...
Cut the cost of health cover with your health insurance broker
Always review your health insurance plan with your health insurance broker, before you renew to avoid paying for benefits you don’t need.More than a million people are due to renew their health insurance in the first three months of the new year, yet many of them are...
Health Insurance Shop recognised as Innovation of the Year
The Health Insurance Shop was recognised as a cutting-edge innovation in health insurance comparison when the platform's founder, Hennelly Finance was announced winner of the Innovation of the Year award in the Irish Life Health Broker Awards for 2022. Hennelly...