CareHQ

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Online GP and nurse consultations, from the comfort of home

As a Southern Cross member, get trusted medical advice, prescriptions and referrals through NZ registered GPs and nurses. Use your phone, tablet or computer for an online consultation without the need to travel to a clinic, with appointments available outside normal GP practice hours.

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Southern Cross members get free of charge access to CareHQ online GP consultations (7am–10pm, 7 days) and nurse consultations (9am–5pm, Sunday to Friday) when booked through the MySouthernCross app.*

*Subject to change. T&Cs apply. Health coaching consults not included.

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Don’t yet have the MySouthernCross app?

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Here’s how CareHQ works:

Step 1:

Open the My Southern Cross app, click on CareHQ consults. You can book the next available appointment or for a later date, whatever suits you best.

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CareHQ will send you a link when the GP or nurse is ready to see you. Simply tap on the link to start your consultation on the device of your choice – your phone, computer or tablet.

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Step 3:

If you need a prescription it will be sent straight to your preferred pharmacy.

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Conditions CareHQ can treat
- and when to see a GP in person

CareHQ GPs can help with most everyday health needs, from common illnesses and repeat prescriptions to contraceptive advice and minor injuries. Nurses can support STI or UTI concerns and provide sick notes for up to 7 days. For complex conditions or certain medications, your regular GP may be required - contact care@carehq.co.nz if unsure.

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CareHQ is suitable for

Respiratory infections & viruses
Urine, ear & sinus infections
Skin infections and rashes
Stomach (gastro) viruses
Headaches and migraines
Repeat prescriptions at the clinical discretion of your CareHQ GP or nurse.

CareHQ is NOT suitable for

Severe chest pain
Shortness of breath
Sudden allergic reaction
Severe bleeding
Suspected broken bones
Sudden numbness, weakness or slurred speech
Certificates that require a physical examination

Not a Southern Cross member?

CareHQ is one of the ways Southern Cross helps members look after their health, when and where it suits them. Joining Southern Cross gives you access to:

CareHQ online GP and nurse consultations via the MySouthern Cross app
A wide range of health insurance options
Support from New Zealand’s largest non-profit health insurer

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Frequently asked questions

No. Find more about CareHQ's Privacy Policy.

Southern Cross exchanges some limited information with CareHQ to identify you as an eligible Southern Cross member. Southern cross will only use this information to process your benefits and analyse CareHQ consultation uptake by members. No health information about your consultation is shared by CareHQ with Southern Cross.

Your Southern Cross membership includes free of charge* access to GP consultations with CareHQ between 7am-10pm, and nurse consultations between 9am-5pm when booked through the MySouthernCross app.

*Subject to change, terms and conditions apply.

CareHQ offers some other forms of consultations which are not included in your Southern Cross membership. You will have to pay in full using a credit card or coupon code for any consultation you book that is not a GP consultation between the hours of 7am and 10pm or a nurse consultation between the hours of 9am and 5pm (Friday-Sunday).

If you are unable to complete or initiate your booking using the MySouthernCross app, please contact us on 0800 800 181. Please note that if you book a consultation directly through the CareHQ website or CareHQ app, you will have to pay in full using a credit card or coupon code for any consultation you book. You will not be eligible for reimbursement from Southern Cross, unless you have the sufficient cover under your policy for GP services (for a GP consult) or nurse services (for a nurse consult).

CareHQ simply provides you with convenient appointments with extended consultation hours without the need to attend a practice in person, if you're unable to see your usual GP when you need to.

Booking through the MySouthernCross app identifies you as a member ensuring you receive the benefit of the CareHQ member benefit.

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CareHQ

Online GP and nurse consultations, from the comfort of home

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Southern Cross members get free of charge access to CareHQ online GP consultations (7am–10pm, 7 days) and nurse consultations (9am–5pm, Sunday to Friday) when booked through the MySouthernCross app.*

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Don’t yet have the MySouthernCross app?

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Here’s how CareHQ works:

Step 1:

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Conditions CareHQ can treat - and when to see a GP in person

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CareHQ is suitable for

CareHQ is NOT suitable for

Not a Southern Cross member?

CareHQ is one of the ways Southern Cross helps members look after their health, when and where it suits them. Joining Southern Cross gives you access to:

Frequently asked questions

Are my consultation details shared with Southern Cross?

Are Southern Cross members charged for a consultation?

I'm a Southern Cross member, do I need to enrol or register with CareHQ?

Why do I have to use the MySouthernCross app to access CareHQ?

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What we offer

Who we're for

Important information

Quick links

Help links

Online GP and nurse consultations, from the comfort of home

Southern Cross members get free of charge access to CareHQ online GP consultations (7am–10pm, 7 days) and nurse consultations (9am–5pm, Sunday to Friday) when booked through the MySouthernCross app.*

Don’t yet have the MySouthernCross app?

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

Conditions CareHQ can treat - and when to see a GP in person

Are my consultation details shared with Southern Cross?

Are Southern Cross members charged for a consultation?

I'm a Southern Cross member, do I need to enrol or register with CareHQ?

Why do I have to use the MySouthernCross app to access CareHQ?

What we offer

Who we're for

Important information

Quick links

Help links

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Conditions CareHQ can treat
- and when to see a GP in person

Conditions CareHQ can treat
- and when to see a GP in person