What is Medical Schemes?
Medical aid covers members’ healthcare costs such as hospitalization, treatments, and medicine.
Top Medical Schemes In South Africa
| Medical aid | 2022/23 Score |
|---|---|
| Bestmed | 78.6 |
| Medihelp | 75.2 |
| Industry par | 75.0 |
| Discovery | 74.2 |
| GEMS | 72.1 |
| Bonitas | 71.8 |
How many medical schemes are there in South Africa?
There are 75 medical schemes in South Africa with approximately 8.9 million members.
What is the largest medical scheme in South Africa?
Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) is the largest open medical scheme in South Africa, with an open market share of 57.6% (based on beneficiaries,
according to the CMS Annual Report for the year ended December 2021) and covering 2 810 992 beneficiaries at 31 December 2022.
How much is the medical scheme in South Africa?
| Type of medical aid | Monthly cost for a family of three |
|---|---|
| Hospital plan with savings | R8,067 on Medshield MediSaver |
| Income-based plan | R8,595 on Fedhealth MyFed on an income of R14,427 and above |
| Semi-comprehensive plan | R11,952 on Bonitas BonClassic |
| Comprehensive | R18,182 on Discovery Executive |
How do I join a medical scheme in South Africa?
All medical aid schemes will require a completed application form that includes your details, as well as certain supporting documents when you sign up with them.
When you join a medical aid scheme, it’s vital you make full disclosure as to the age and status of your dependants and your medical and membership history.