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Why do medical aid plans have different cost structures?
Different strokes for different folks, but why is Peter paying R5 967 for his hospital plan, but Paul only R3
5th November 2016
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Comprehensive Medical Cover
When selecting a medical scheme benefit option, one of the most important considerations is the level of in-hospital (risk) cover
5th November 2016
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Open letter to Genesis members regarding payment of PMBs
There has been some controversy about the funding of Prescribed Minimum Benefit (PMB) claims for Genesis members.
5th November 2016
Industry News
What your medical aid broker should be doing for you
Every month a big chunk of your income goes into your medical scheme contribution.
5th November 2016
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Genesis Private Choice takes on 17 hospital plans and wins
How does paying for medical aid every month make you feel…?
5th November 2016
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Genesis posts lowest annual increase 4th year in a row
Genesis members can look forward to enhanced benefits in 2016, while, for the 4th year running, also enjoy the lowest
5th November 2016
Industry News
Part 3: Battle with PMB demystified
The issues and complexities around regulation 8 and section 29(1)(p) of the Medical Schemes Act (MSA) are difficult to understand.
5th November 2016
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5th November 2016
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5th November 2016
Blog
Is There a Disconnect Between Healthcare Consumer Needs and Medical Scheme Offerings?
In the healthcare space, there appears to be a disconnect between what consumers want and what medical schemes are able
18th October 2023
Blog
Constitutional Court Judgment in favour of Genesis
On 6 June 2017 the Constitutional Court of SA handed down a far reaching judgement in favour of Genesis.
26th June 2017
Blog
Client centric call centres for medical aids a must
Medical Scheme call centres should always strive to maintain the human touch in all the elements of their member interaction.
13th February 2017
Good2Know
What Happens If My Medical Aid Claim Is Rejected Or Only Partially Paid?
A medical aid claim rejection can be frustrating, especially when you expected full payment from your scheme. Claims may be
22nd July 2026
Good2Know
What Should You Do Before A Planned Hospital Admission?
Before a planned hospital admission, Genesis members need to obtain a hospital admission reference number 72 hours prior to such
9th July 2026
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What Are The Benefits Of Family Medical Aid Plans?
Family medical aid plans offer private healthcare cover, helping to ensure your loved ones can access the medical care they
15th April 2026
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Are Family Hospital Plans Worth It?
Family hospital plans provide essential cover for unexpected medical events, offering peace of mind and financial protection. While they may
3rd March 2026
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Affordable Medical Aid Options for Families in South Africa
Raising a family in South Africa comes with both joy and responsibility. One of the most important decisions any family
28th May 2025
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Medical Aid versus Health Insurance
Navigating healthcare funding options in South Africa can be overwhelming, especially for young families seeking affordable and reliable medical cover.
7th May 2025
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Is a Hospital Plan Enough? A Guide for Young South Africans
Understanding the Difference Between a Hospital Plan and Full Medical Aid As a young professional in South Africa, you may
26th March 2025
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Best Medical Aid Plans for Young Professionals in South Africa
Finding the right medical aid plan as a young professional in South Africa can be overwhelming. With so many options
17th March 2025
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Tax and disability – are you claiming your full tax relief?
Your tax burden could be significantly reduced if you have a dependant with a disability. Many South Africans living with
18th April 2023
Health tips
Can household chores deliver the same results as exercise?
What can we learn from our Grandmothers – those fit, 1950’s housewives who never, ever stepped a foot in the
15th April 2021
Health tips
Anemia – symptoms, causes and recommendations
Anemia is not a disease, but rather a symptom of various other health problems. Anemia can be temporary or long
15th May 2020
Health tips
Tips and techniques for emotional decluttering
We are so fortunate to have professionals and fellow humans on similar journeys towards meaningful and healthy living.
28th May 2019
Health tips
How healthy is your braai?
Most South Africans don’t need much of an excuse to light a fire.
16th April 2019
Health tips
21st November 2016
Health tips
5th November 2016
Health tips
Should employees be sent home at the first sign of a flu or cold?
Flu, or influenza, is a viral illness that occurs predominantly in the winter.
5th November 2016
Health tips
Challenging teenager, or ADD?
Raising a teenager these days can often be something of a balancing act for any parent, especially when they present
5th November 2016
Healthy Living
Antibiotics: why you should finish the course
Early in the twentieth century, antibiotics changed the world of medicine. But we could be losing our best weapon against
23rd July 2019
Healthy Living
Does my child have a cold, or is it flu?
Your child has come home from school with a runny nose and red cheeks.
19th July 2019
Healthy Living
Fever in children – what you should know
When children suddenly develop a high fever, it is alarming for parents.
16th July 2019
Healthy Living
Gluten-free lifestyle not for everyone
Does a gluten-free lifestyle always improve the health of everyone who follows it?
12th July 2019
Healthy Living
The link between gluten and autoimmune disease
Is there a link between gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye, and autoimmune diseases such as type
9th July 2019
Healthy Living
Gluten and allergies – is there a link?
Could you be allergic to the gluten in bread and other foods that contain the protein?
5th July 2019
Healthy Living
Is ‘gluten free’ really better?
What exactly does the term “gluten free” on food labels mean?
2nd July 2019
Healthy Living
Insomnia – an epidemic of our times
It is estimated that only 70% of people get enough sleep at night.
28th June 2019
Healthy Living
Effects of sleep deprivation on your daily life
The human body needs at least seven to nine hours of sleep.
21st June 2019
Industry News
What do the top 7 hospital plans in South Africa cost in 2020?
What do hospital plans in South Africa cost in 2020?
19th November 2019
Industry News
Genesis Medical Scheme announces the lowest contribution increase for 2020
Across the private healthcare industry in South Africa, members of medical schemes are bracing themselves for a 10% increase in
8th November 2019
Industry News
NHI – how could that affect you as a Genesis member?
On 8 August 2019, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize introduced the National Health Insurance Bill (“NHI Bill”) in the National Assembly.
22nd August 2019
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19th March 2019
Industry News
Non-disclosure – treating customers fairly
Remember Momentum’s initial rejection of widow Denise Ganas’s R2.4 million life insurance claim?
30th January 2019
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Cost of the top 10 Hospital Plans in South Africa in 2019
What will the top 10 hospital plans in SA cost in 2019?
12th November 2018
Industry News
NHI, Medical Schemes and the Health Commission
“Everybody’s talking”. Remember the song that was sung by Harry Nilsson in 1969?
3rd October 2018
Industry News
Medical scheme non-disclosure Part 2
Have you read part 1 of our series on Medical scheme non-disclosure?
14th March 2018
Industry News
14th March 2018
Good2Know
What Are The Benefits Of Family Medical Aid Plans?
Family medical aid plans offer private healthcare cover, helping to ensure your loved ones can access the medical care they
15th April 2026
Industry News
Genesis Medical Increase 2026
4.7%: THE LOWEST MEDICAL AID INCREASE IN SOUTH AFRICA FOR 2026 2026 Premium Increase We know times are tough right
16th October 2025
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Not Every Cancer Qualifies as a PMB
This article examines the extent of medical schemes’ funding obligations for treatable vs non-treatable cancers. From a medical perspective, doctors
30th September 2025
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Generous dental benefits for ALL Genesis members
Genesis Medical Scheme offers excellent financial cover for dentistry on all their benefit options. We all know that the benefits
10th March 2025
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Cost of hospital plans in South Africa
A hospital plan will cover the cost of medically appropriate treatment and related expenses when a person is hospitalised. In this article,
7th November 2023
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This Makes Genesis MED-100 Different From Other Hospital Plans
What does Genesis MED-100 hospital plan offer that most don’t? It all started with a bet. Well, not really. It
4th April 2023
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This is the best value-for-money hospital plan money can buy
Genesis Medical Scheme offers the best hospital plan in South Africa. This was according to previous GTC Healthcare surveys. Take
24th March 2023
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Generous dental benefits for Genesis members in 2022
The benefits of good dental health reach far beyond a fresh breath and a celebrity smile.
11th January 2022
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Cost of the top 7 hospital plans in South Africa in 2022
In this article, we will take a closer look at the cost of the top 7 hospital plans in South
15th November 2021