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Heart Attack Cost in Australia

Lifetime risk: Almost 1 in 50 Australians will be diagnosed with Heart Attack

Cost Breakdown

Lifetime Out-of-Pocket Cost
$67,010
Treatment Costs
  • Coronary artery bypass graft$10-$1,600
  • Heart valve replacement$10-$2,100
  • Transluminal stent insertion$10-$660

Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Costs are averages and may vary based on individual circumstances.

Risk Statistics

Lifetime Risk
Almost 1 in 50
Current Cases in Australia
57k
Annual Deaths
7k
Key Statistics
  • Cabg Oop: 69% of patients who underwent CABG incurred OOP costs
  • Events Per Day: 155
  • Stemi Return To Work: 34% will not return to same level of work within 2 years

Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Statistics represent Australian population averages.

Financial Impact

An estimated 155 Australians suffer an acute coronary event every day. Among those who experienced STEMI, 34% will not return to the same level of work within two years.

Recovery Period
1 week in hospital, 6-12 weeks recovery (CABG)

Insurance Coverage Considerations

Trauma Insurance

Higher Priority
Common Amount
$80,412
From: $200,000

Heart Attack has an average lifetime cost of $67,010. Trauma insurance provides a lump sum payment upon diagnosis to cover treatment costs, recovery expenses, and income loss during treatment.

Important: The information above is based on average costs and factual data. It does not take into account your individual circumstances, needs, or financial situation.

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Related Heart & Cardiovascular Conditions

Stroke

Lifetime cost: $27k

Risk: 1 in 4

Important Information

Cost estimates are from Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2 research and represent averages. Your actual costs may vary.

Insurance coverage recommendations are general in nature. This is general advice only and does not take into account your individual circumstances. Speak with a licensed adviser to determine appropriate coverage for your situation.

AR: 1244847 | AFSL: 246623

Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2 (Released June 2024)