Thousands of mental health insurance claims made by foreign students

RNZOtago Daily TimesTuesday 27 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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One of the four largest health insurance providers for international students received 6,500 claims for mental health issues last year. These claims accounted for 9 per cent of the provider's total. Industry insiders suggest that these students require more support.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 27 Oct, 7:29am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 3 hours
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    Red flag as foreign students log thousands of insurance claims for depression, anxiety (opens in new tab)

  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Foreign students log thousands of claims over mental health (opens in new tab)