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Heart Conditions Life Insurance

Life insurance after a
heart condition diagnosis

From high cholesterol to a previous heart attack, insurers assess heart conditions individually — recovery and lifestyle matter.

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FSCA-Authorised Advisers | Whole-of-Market Access

Explore Your Options

Whatever you need to protect, we'll help you compare the right cover.

Life Insurance

A one-off tax-free lump-sum payment for your loved ones in the event of your death.

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Critical Illness Cover

A tax-free lump sum if you are diagnosed with a serious illness like cancer, heart attack or stroke.

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Income Protection

Monthly tax-free payments if you are unable to work due to long-term sickness or injury.

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How Cover With a Heart Condition Works

Step 1

Tell us your diagnosis and treatment history

Share details of your condition, any procedures, and current medication.

Step 2

We match you with insurers experienced in cardiac risk

Your adviser knows which insurers assess heart conditions most fairly.

Step 3

Underwriting reviews test results and recovery

Insurers look at recent test results and how well you have recovered.

Step 4

Receive a personalised quote

Get a quote that reflects your current health, not just your diagnosis.

Key features at a glance

Covers a range of conditions

From high cholesterol and arrhythmia to a previous heart attack or bypass surgery.

Recovery and lifestyle changes considered

Positive lifestyle changes can help improve the terms you are offered.

Cardiac-experienced underwriting

Work with insurers who understand how to assess cardiac risk fairly.

Reviewable terms as your health improves

Some policies allow a review if your heart health improves over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What heart conditions can be covered?

A wide range, including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, arrhythmia, angina, a previous heart attack, or bypass surgery.

How soon after a heart attack can I apply?

This varies by insurer and severity, but many will consider applications from around 6-12 months after the event, sometimes sooner.

Will lifestyle changes help my application?

Yes, improvements like quitting smoking, losing weight, or better cholesterol control are often viewed favourably.

What tests might insurers ask for?

Common requests include recent ECG results, cholesterol levels, blood pressure readings, and cardiologist reports.