What Happens to Your Gap Cover When You Change Medical Aid?
Changing your medical aid plan is a big decision, and many South Africans face it at some point for various reasons, including seeking more comprehensive
17 December 2025
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Changing your medical aid plan is a big decision, and many South Africans face it at some point for various reasons, including seeking more comprehensive
Having a baby is one of the most exciting and important times in a woman’s life. It can also be one of the most expensive.
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.
Pre-existing conditions are the single most common reason people put off applying for gap cover. They are worried that a
Absolute Cover Plus is TRA's premium gap cover offering that works hand in hand with your registered medical aid scheme.
If you are a medical aid member in South Africa looking for protection beyond basic coverage, TRA's Vital Cover Plus
