OSHC contributes to the cost of medical expenses while in Australia.
KAPS Institute of Management’s preferred health provider is OSHC Worldcare. If you have requested OSHC through KAPS, we will organize this for you. The OSHC Worldcare website provides valuable information in a number of different languages www.oshcworldcare.com.au
You can refer to this website to find out precise information on:
- The range of services covered by this provider
- What reimbursements you may be entitled to
- The location where you can meet representatives
- Application forms
- How to lodge a claim
- List of doctors who charge Worldcare directly
Our International Support Officers can assist you with procedures for ordering your membership card online, or advice on lodging applications.
If you require emergency medical attention, public hospital emergency departments are available.
If you require medication, pharmacies or chemists are the place to go. In Australia, pharmacists are not able to given certain medications unless prescriptions are available from the doctor. For students with overseas medication, it would be helpful to ask your doctor from home to write a letter to explain the medication.