TRA NEWS

Home / TRA News

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How Does Gap Cover Work?

Gap cover insurance is essential for covering shortfalls after medical treatments like surgeries or hospital stays where the specialist’s fees are higher than what your medical aid covers. Once your medical aid has processed and paid their portion of the bill, you can claim the remaining amount from your gap cover provider, according to the terms of your policy. 

OUR LATEST NEWS
16 September 2026Gap Cover, News, TRA News

What Is Gap Cover?

Gap cover is a short-term insurance product designed to cover the financial shortfall between what your medical aid pays and

4 September 2026Gap Cover, Health Insurance, News, TRA News

What Is The Annual Aggregate Limit & Why Has It Increased?

Are you aware of the annual aggregate limit for your medical aid or gap cover provider and how it can

Read More
18 August 2026TRA News

What a Gynaecologist Costs in South Africa in 2026, and What Your Medical Aid Leaves You to Pay

A gynaecologist consultation in South Africa runs around R700 at published private practice rates, a self-pay Pap smear around R280,

Read More
Whatsapp
Open Popup