What is a co-payment?
Depending on the plan you’re on or the healthcare provider you use, your medical aid plan may not cover your […]
Medical Aid Question's
What do hospital plans cover?
Hospital plans mainly cover the treatment costs if you’re admitted to hospital such as ward costs, theatre fees, and accounts
What are hospital cash back plans vs. hospital plans?
A hospital cash back plan is a type of insurance where you’re paid out a daily cash amount (usually in
How does medical aid work?
Medical aid schemes are actually non-profit organisations, where resources are pooled by a large number contributing individuals who can then
How do medical aid savings work?
With medical aid savings, part of your contribution is paid into a savings account and is not pooled with other
What is medical aid gap cover?
Medical aid gap cover is an additional insurance policy that you can take out over and above your medical aid
What is medical insurance?
Medical insurance is a type of insurance where you’re paid a cash amount for each day you’re in hospital. However,
FAQs
What’s the difference between medical insurance and medical aid?
Medical insurance is designed to pay you out for daily expenses while you’re in hospital. You need to be in
What is a late joiner penalty?
Late joiner penalties can be applied by medical aid schemes if you join after the age of 35, or if