Eligibility for publicly funded health services
Being eligible gives a person a right to be considered for free or subsidised health or disability services.
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Eligibility explained
Being eligible means a person can be considered for free or subsidised healthcare or disability services. It doesn't mean they're entitled to it.
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Guide to eligibility for public health services
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Eligibility A-Z for service providers
An A-Z reference for public health service providers about who is and who isn't eligible for free health care in Aotearoa New Zealand. -
National Health Index
Find out about National Health Index (NHI) numbers, who is entitled to them and how to register a patient for one. -
Resources for service providers to check eligibility
These resources have been designed to assist service providers to establish whether a person is eligible for publicly funded health services. -
Reciprocal health agreements
New Zealand has reciprocal health agreements with Australia and the United Kingdom (UK).