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Eligibility for publicly funded health services
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.
Guide to eligibility for public health services
Choose the option that matches your situation.
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).
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