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Why is the cost of medical treatment so high?
With 2018 medical aid increases yet again upon all South Africans, times are certainly tough.
Genesis Private Choice – the right choice for you?
Our Private Choice hospital plan was recently rated as the top performing hospital plan in the open medical scheme market
New tax credits could reduce medical aid members
National Health Insurance (NHI) – a threat to medical aid members?
Critical details still missing on NHI
Will the proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) for South Africa ever work…?
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.
Medical Scheme Fees Tax Credits
A Medical Scheme Fees Tax Credit (MTC) is a rebate which effectively reduces the normal tax a person pays.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Tips and techniques for emotional decluttering
We are so fortunate to have professionals and fellow humans on similar journeys towards meaningful and healthy living.
How healthy is your braai?
Most South Africans don’t need much of an excuse to light a fire.
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.
Challenging teenager, or ADD?
Raising a teenager these days can often be something of a balancing act for any parent, especially when they present
What happens to your body when you quit smoking?
The “benefits” of nicotine are short lived.
Benefits of quitting smoking: Why it’s worth the effort
Nearly half of all cigarette smokers die as a direct or indirect consequence of the habit.
Healthy grilling tips for meat, fish and chicken
Braaiing or switching on the grill to cook your meat, fish or chicken?
Dangers of eating smoked and processed meat
Are there any dangers of eating smoked and processed meat too regularly?
Diarrhoea can be life-threatening
Getting diarrhoea is nothing unusual, but if left untreated, it could be life-threatening.
Eat your way to a healthy gut
Maintaining a healthy gut (digestive tract) is one of the most important things you can do for your body.
Benefits of a healthy gut – it can save your life
It’s not just an army that marches on its stomach – you do as well.
The connection between your gut health and your brain
There is a strong connection between your gut health and your mood.
Commission for medical aid brokers
Ever wondered who pays the monthly commission for medical aid brokers?
Company medical aid schemes for employees
Members of medical schemes in South Africa, whether they are individual members or belong to company medical aid schemes, are
Medical aid schemes – how do late joiner penalties work?
How do Late Joiner Penalties work when you join a medical aid scheme in South Africa? The Medical Schemes Act
VIP Patient on affordable medical aid
A heavily pregnant lady arrived at hospital admissions wanting to be admitted.
Silly Season never ends
2015 has started badly with the senseless death of innocent people in Paris – some of whom were merely expressing
Hospital Plans in South Africa (2015)
Choosing one of the hospital plans in South Africa for you and your family can be a daunting task.
Medical Scheme Contribution Increases 2015
There are approximately 3.9 million people that are fortunate enough to belong to a medical scheme in South Africa.
Mediese Skemas – Makelaars Kommissie-verdiense
Mediese fonds makelaars en hul kommissie-verdienste bly steeds ietwat van ‘n “warm besprekingspunt” te wees.
Medical aid membership and your broker
Medical aid broker commission continue to be something of a “hot topic”.
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
Generous dental benefits for Genesis members in 2022
The benefits of good dental health reach far beyond a fresh breath and a celebrity smile.
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