

Dermot Goode
Representative of Health Insurance Ireland providing expert commentary and consumer advice on health insurance switching, premiums, and benefits in Ireland.
Top 5 podcasts with Dermot Goode
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Dec 16, 2025 • 19min
Heath Insurance renewal advice with Dermot Goode
Dermot Goode, a health insurance expert from HealthInsuranceIreland.ie, shares invaluable tips on navigating health insurance renewals. He warns listeners about potential premium hikes and emphasizes the need to review benefits, not just prices. Goode encourages using the cooling-off period and suggests that corporate plans often provide the best value. He also highlights the importance of insuring children to avoid long public wait times and discusses the strategic timing of renewals to mitigate cost increases.

Nov 7, 2025 • 21min
Health Insurance expert Dermot Goode on getting best deals
Dermot Goode, a health insurance expert and founder of healthinsuranceireland.ie, shares invaluable tips on navigating rising insurance premiums. He highlights the importance of early shopping before renewal letters arrive and underscores the risks of sticking with outdated plans. Dermot discusses affordable corporate options and emphasizes the need to avoid auto-renewals. He offers insights into how to manage kids on plans, the pitfalls of international coverage, and the financial wisdom of switching plans while maintaining existing condition coverage. A must-listen for savvy consumers!

Mar 24, 2026 • 12min
Savings you can make by changing your health insurance provider
Dermot Good, representative of Health Insurance Ireland with expertise in Irish health cover, discusses why most people stick with their insurer and the risks of staying on old plans. He highlights how much consumers might save by reviewing cover, explains safety and timing around switching, and urges those with high premiums to compare options soon.

Dec 30, 2025 • 13min
Advice on getting the best deal on health insurance
Dermot Goode, a health insurance expert from HealthInsuranceIreland.ie, shares essential insights on navigating the challenging landscape of rising health insurance premiums. He highlights the impact of medical inflation driving costs up to 10% and discusses the complexities of private healthcare demand. Dermot offers practical advice on ideal plans for various members and emphasizes the need for consumers to reconsider their options to save money. His tips on switching plans and securing discounts make this discussion a must-listen for anyone approaching renewal.

May 25, 2022 • 5min
80 euro a night charge for a hospital stay could be scrapped
Expert Dermot Goode from Totalhealthcover.ie discusses the government's plan to scrap the 80 euro hospital stay charge for public patients, potential consequences for hospital managers and consumers, including shifts in health insurance choices and impact on health insurance premiums.


