Healthcare / General

Five-year trend shows sharp increase in cancer-related gap cover claims

An analysis of cancer-related gap claims paid by Sirago Underwriting Managers between 2020-2024 shows a staggering increase in gap claims volumes related to initial cancer diagnosis and treatment co-payments and shortfalls.

Beyond the premium: Navigating the medical aid buy-down trend without increasing client liability

South Africans are facing a healthcare crisis as medical aid cover spirals at rates well above the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate.

How gap cover eases the financial strain of January expenses

January is often described as the longest month of the year, not because of its days but because of the pressure it places on already-stretched household budgets.

MediCheck secures reversal of Discovery Health clawback affecting 16,500 members