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
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.
Gap cover is not just a nice to have. It should be an essential gap cover insurance product that should
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