Concerns hospital giant could 'cherrypick' private patients from public hospital
Ramsay Health Care has implemented a pilot program allowing a nurse to facilitate transfers of privately insured patients from Sunshine Coast University Hospital's emergency department. More than 2,000 patients have been transferred in the past year, raising concerns from advocates about potential pressure on patients to choose private care during vulnerable moments.
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Published 29 Jun 2026, 18:49 UTC · Updated 29 Jun 2026, 19:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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