Cheap Medical Cover May Not Be Medical Aid
South African consumers need to be aware that medical cover is not synonymous with medical aid. You may think that […]
Medical Aid for Students (University and College)
Medical schemes allow university or college students to remain on their parent’s medical aid cover until the age of 25 […]
Low Income Medical Aid Plans for South Africans
Most South Africans want medical aid cover to afford private healthcare. Low income earners are no different. Unfortunately medical aid […]
Medical Aid for Pregnant Women and Pre-Existing Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a joyous time for most women but it can also be a financial strain. The cost of private […]
Medical Aid for Pensioners and Senior Citizens
As a senior citizen, medical aid becomes more necessary than ever if you want to access private healthcare services. Unfortunately […]
Late Joiner Penalty for Older Medical Aid Members
Medical aids cannot charge different rates for members on the same plan and option, unless they are over the age […]
What is medical aid and how do medical schemes work?
It is almost impossible to consider private healthcare in South Africa without first considering medical aid cover. The fact is […]
Health Insurance (Hospital Cash) or Medical Aid Hospital Plan
When it comes to health cover, most South Africans want medical aid even if it is just a basic hospital […]
Scans, Scopes And Tests On Hospital Cover
Most of us think about the cost of the doctor or medical specialist, surgery and hospital stay when we look […]
Switching To A Hospital Plan From Full Medical Aid
There is no denying that medical aid premiums are pricey in South Africa and not everybody can afford it. Even […]