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Gap Cover for Medshield Medical Aid

Some things just work better together, like a needle and thread or a lock and key. The same could be true for Medshield Medical Aid and TRA Gap Cover. When combined, medical aid and gap cover can work to ensure your healthcare cover is complete, with no expensive gaps left behind. If you’re on Medshield Medical Aid and want added protection from unexpected hospital bills, gap cover could be the

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The History of Mother’s Day: Where Did It Originate?

Have you ever wondered about the history of Mother’s Day? In South Africa, Mother’s Day is celebrated each year on the second Sunday in May, similar to the United States and several other countries. While many of us celebrate with her favourite flowers and breakfast in bed, the origins of this beloved day stretch far back into history. Across the globe, nearly every culture has developed a way to honour

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Gap Cover With No Waiting Period

In South Africa, the costs of medical treatment keep rising, leaving many people questioning how to stay financially “in the green” when their medical aid just doesn’t seem to be enough anymore. By this, we mean that specialists tend to charge above medical scheme tariff rates, leaving South Africans needing to find a gap cover policy that will have their backs. Unlike many gap cover providers, TRA does not impose

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What is Gap Cover and What Does it Cover?

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 the actual costs charged by private healthcare providers. In South

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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. 

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