Hacker News new | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit login

Also can any foreigner do this? Asking for a friend



I believe only foreigners from countries that we have reciprocal agreement with: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/health/recipr...


My wife broke her foot in Australia. Three days in hospital, surgically implanted pins. $700.

Wife said “no no no I’m not a citizen” and they said “yeah we’re so sorry about the cost” and she laughed.

Counting premiums, we paid $48k out-of-pocket for healthcare here in the US last year.




Consider applying for YC's W25 batch! Applications are open till Nov 12.

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: