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Medical gap insurance cover the gap between what the specialist charge and what the medical aid covers.

What Is Medical Gap Insurance & What Does It Cover

Medical gap insurance is essential for South Africans who want comprehensive coverage and financial protection against medical expense shortfalls. Even with a registered medical aid scheme, many members face unexpected costs for in-hospital procedures, specialist treatments, and co-payments. This article explains how gap insurance works, what it covers, and why it’s a must-have for anyone on a medical aid plan. What Is Medical Gap Insurance? Medical gap insurance (also called

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As South Africans, we are lucky to live in a truly rainbow nation. This term, which refers to our country’s multicultural diversity and heritage, was coined by the former Archbishop, Desmond Tutu. About Heritage Day Heritage Day was first observed in 1996 as a celebration of the newly formed democracy. Nelson Mandela shared, “When our first democratically elected government decided to make it one of our national days, we did

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Must-Have Insurance for Families to Consider

As your family grows, so does your need for comprehensive insurance protection that has you covered on all fronts. Families without proper cover often find themselves facing unexpected financial strain that can impact their quality of life for years to come. The reality is, a serious illness or unexpected death in the family can result in medical expenses exceeding hundreds of thousands of rands, while the loss of a primary

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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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