Medibank extends extras cover for allied virtual health indefinitely

Private health insurer Medibank is extending coverage for psychology, physiotherapy, dietetics, occupational therapy, podiatry, exercise physiology and speech therapy delivered by telehealth until further notice.

Medibank's figures show people aged 30 to 39 have been the fastest adopters of telehealth, accounting for a quarter of all claims. Psychology and physiotherapy were the most popular services used over telehealth in this age group.