Today, money equals the value of health care you will get. Access to health care is a global phenomenon. It is driven by cash. also by social conditions. And as well by economic conditions. Also by health policies. On average, health care…
Medical aid for R45 a day? Many people think that they will never be able to afford a medical Aid plan. In fact, for only R 45 a day which is the price of a small hamburger or a movie ticket it is…
The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) is in consultation with medical schemes to establish the best standard of health care at an affordable price. Read further for more on quality and affordable health care services. The CMS has expressed concern that expenditure by…
There are at least 23 regulated medical aid schemes in South Africa. They offer a variety of options and benefits to suit many personal circumstances. The decision about which scheme to choose can, therefore, can be very complicated. A monthly premium for a medical…
Gap cover means you don’t have to look for large sums of money to pay for huge medical bills. Yes, there are certain costs your medical aid won’t pay. For just a small amount each month, gap cover ensures you’re never left out…
With increasing high medical costs and expenses, it has become essential to budget for a Medical Aid Scheme that will assist you if crises should arise. Young people often think that they are healthy and don’t require the cover. Emergency cover at least…
The South African medical scheme industry is experiencing a decline in membership for the first time in over a decade. Here we will look at South African medical schemes losing members. This alarming trend is reinforced with the disclosure that the number of…
There are many choices available to a person who is trying to decide on a Medical Aid . Whilst it is advisable to consult the specialists, it is also useful to get a perspective on the options that three of South Africa’s top…
After many years of consultation, last year in December, Treasury announced final demarcation regulations, ending the uncertainty about the future of gap cover. Here we will look at new rules to keep gap cover intact. Pravin Gordhan, the finance minister, as well as…
Since the year 2000, the cost of membership fees for medical schemes in South Africa has increased by 63.5%. Read further for more on current medical scheme trends. While this has helped the medical scheme industry to provide cover for ever-increasing health care…