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Steven Spicer

As Compare the Market’s Executive General Manager of Health, Life and Energy, Steven Spicer is passionate about helping Australians save money. As a strong consumer advocate, he is committed to sharing the importance of shopping around for a better deal.

Steven has 20 years of experience as a people-first business leader, with a focus on creating services that put customers first.

Stories by Steven Spicer

a couple and medical practitioner discussing health insurance coverage

29 Oct 2024 12:14

Half of Australians are avoiding seeking professional help for health issues

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Around 1 in 5 people surveyed (19.5%) are taking matters into their own hands by Googling their symptoms.

a man sitting in his office looking at expensive car bills on his computer

29 Apr 2024 08:43

Mind the gap. With health insurance premiums rising, don’t get stung by the little-known rule

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Some people end up with high out-of-pocket costs because a little-known rule catches them out.

couple comparing health insurance in australia

26 Mar 2024 15:46

Health insurance D-Day is fast approaching, but more than half with private health don’t know how much their premiums will rise

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

More than half of those with private health don’t know if their premiums could increase on 1 April.

Family reviewing their standing offer electricity bills

13 Mar 2024 10:12

More than 1 in 5 Aussies may be missing out on savings by sticking with the same health insurer

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Nearly four out of five Aussies with private health cover would switch providers if it meant lower premiums

Couple filing tax return and looking over the Medicare Levy

19 Feb 2024 10:26

An alarming number of Aussies don’t know about the surcharge that can sting next tax time

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Over 40% of Australians don’t know how the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS) works – despite the impact it could have on your return at tax time.

man using his extras policy

4 Dec 2023 09:15

‘Money down the drain’: Time is ticking to recoup cash from your health insurer

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

For many with extras, the amount they can claim back on their extras may reset on 1 January each year.

woman-computer-back-pain

23 Oct 2023 11:20

1 in 5 Aussies delaying medical treatment due to costs

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Compare the Market's research shows 22.1% of people have avoided seeking professional help for a health issue because they were worried about the cost.

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