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Making Rands and sense of medical aid plans

Making Rands and sense of medical aid plans

18 September 2018 | Medical Schemes

When it comes to medical aid, affordability is usually the biggest consideration. However, monthly premiums should be weighed and balanced against the actual benefits and healthcare coverage being offered in order to make an informed decision.

CMS warns public against unaccredited healthcare broker Lungile Precious Myeza

CMS warns public against unaccredited healthcare broker Lungile Precious Myeza

18 September 2018 | General

The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS), regulator of the medical scheme industry, would like to warn the public to act with caution when dealing with Lungile Precious Myeza (Ms Myeza). Ms Myeza is not accredited in terms of the Medical Schemes Act, No. 131 of 1998 (MSA) to render broker services as a healthcare broker.

Competitive contribution increases linked to medical inflation, enhanced benefits and greater access to healthcare for Discovery Health Medical Scheme clients in 2019

Competitive contribution increases linked to medical inflation, enhanced benefits and greater access to healthcare for Discovery Health Medical Scheme clients in 2019

13 September 2018 | Medical Schemes

• 2019 contribution increases designed to ensure access to cover and sustainability for members • Significantly enhanced benefits for members affected by chronic conditions and cancer • Digital innovation to help members navigate the healthcare system and manage their health better

Putting control back into members’ hands

Putting control back into members’ hands

12 September 2018 | Medical Schemes

In a first for the medical scheme industry, Fedhealth has announced its 2019 benefit options which features a revolutionary new approach to benefits that gives consumers more flexibility, choice and control.

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You need to know your PMB rights

You need to know your PMB rights

11 September 2018 | General
Putting members back in control of their healthcare – and finances

Putting members back in control of their healthcare – and finances

06 September 2018 | General
It’s business as usual for medical aids…

It’s business as usual for medical aids…

29 August 2018 | Medical Schemes
Top three cancers in South Africa, trends and costs

Top three cancers in South Africa, trends and costs

28 August 2018 | General
HFA concerned over interim increases in medicine price for 2018, seeks consultation

HFA concerned over interim increases in medicine price for 2018, seeks consultation

27 August 2018 | General
Is the scene being set for countless legal challenges?

Is the scene being set for countless legal challenges?

27 August 2018 | General
A medical aid revolution is coming

A medical aid revolution is coming

22 August 2018 | Medical Schemes
Audiologist convicted of 259 counts of medical aid fraud

Audiologist convicted of 259 counts of medical aid fraud

22 August 2018 | General