Whats inside.... November 2022 Edition
Another year has sped by, and while we are all looking forward to our yearly December break, planning for 2023 is firmly underway. If you happen to be planning for 2023 and need anything from us, please don’t hesitate to contact us. In this edition, we focus on medical schemes and the healthcare industry. There are so many important issues out there… and it’s clear that clients need brokers’ input. The article on cancer, as a Prescribed Minimum Benefit (PMB), written by Myra Knoesen (FAnews Journalist), is a piece every broker and adviser should read and use in their communication to clients. Also, the report referred to in the article makes for some good reading too.
Below is a summary of most of the articles we have in this edition, which is a print and digital publication. The link on the article will take you directly to the FAnews November 2022 edition.
CPD Articles
IISA Approved Articles
Money laundering and terrorist financing in the industry… the importance of prioritising the amendment and implementation of legislation around this.
Tied agents, is this a new trend that will take off?
The assumption that an administrator is an underwriting manager. Is this assumption correct?
HNWI insurance - can the product withstand inflationary pressures?
Premium increases inevitable… which makes the role of the intermediary even more pertinent.
Data interrupted: SMMEs ignore cyber risk mitigation at their peril.
FPI Approved Articles
Debarments and reappointments… let’s delve a bit deeper.
The evolution of, and increase in, offshore trusts. Make sure you have the right partners.
How to insure against SA's mental health crisis, because it has become a real issue.
Navigating the risk of not dying soon enough – the next century’s major and most profitable financial industry.
Double or nothing: medical scheme solvency nears two times the regulated minimum.
Unlocking the power of telehealth in SA.
Some more valuable content…
In the news
What is influencing our industries’ perception of value? The reality is that value is a strange concept… it’s different for all of us.
Plan for the next wave of insurance. It’s all about harnessing the power of change.
Profile
Hollard’s lifeblood… their broker partners.
Simply: real digitalisation.
Holly, a digital solution for intermediaries.
Old Mutual: bringing the cell captive market into sharp focus.
Regular Features
Professor Vivian & Co: BI policy cases prior to COVID-19… it’s complicated.
Will recession and inflation fears impact HNWI offerings, or are they a bit more resilient than your average client?
Short-term
Investing in solutions to combat fraud… it’s all about the technology.
Cybercrime is still on the rise… it’s an ongoing battle.
Liability at the end of the tunnel… a fantastic case study to learn from.
Investments
Negative surprises have caused volatility… but the end goal remains: to deliver consistently to clients over the long-term.
Reducing complexity should be a top priority, because it adds no real value to investors.
Cannabis: a gateway investment, because there is more to cannabis than just its reputation.
Life
Rising inflation can sink client confidence, so communicate with clients, and manage their expectations.
Healthcare
Medical scheme satisfaction – what are the trends?
Medical scheme increases 2023… a quick glimpse to share with clients.
Health Squared liquidation… what went wrong?
The cost of prevention versus the cost of a claim… it’s sort of a no brainer.
Cancer treatment is a PMB, but… is that the picture we see?
Behavioural change in the medical scheme industry… it’s all about the goal.
Mental health conditions… driving global burden of disease.
The consequences of improving telemedicine regulation…
Editor’s thoughts:
This is our last edition for 2022, and we hope that you have found enough meaningful and solid content in FAnews this year that you will stick with us. Always know that you, our readers, are the reason for our existence and we thank you for the feedback we receive. A reminder that you can do your CPD hours on our website, and on our WhatsApp platform too. Our mission is to keep you informed, to keep you intrigued and to make sure you get all the answers you need. Please keep on sending us your feedback and requests for specific topics – we enjoy the interaction. May you have a peaceful festive season and a well-deserved break. My wish for you for 2023 is health, happiness and prosperity. Enjoy the read. Until 2023!
