What is WCMAS?
WCMAS is a restricted membership scheme registered in terms of the medical schemes act and has been servicing its members, associated Employer Groups, and the community for over 80 years.
WCMAS South Africa Contact Details
| Telephone | +27 13 656 1407 |
| Address | 2nd Flr South Wing Wcmas Building, Cnr Susanna Street & OR Tambo Road, Emalahleni, 1034 |
| Location | Emalahleni, Emalahleni Local Municipality, Mpumalanga, South Africa |
Which is the best medical aid scheme in South Africa?
Discovery Health Medical Scheme is South Africa’s most-loved medical aid. Discovery Health Medical Scheme gives you complete peace of mind that your healthcare is in good hands at every stage of your health journey.
Choose from 25 health plan options designed to suit your individual health and financial needs.
Which is the best and cheapest medical aid in South Africa?
Momentum – Ingwe Student Plan
It is the cheapest hospital plan in South Africa and ideal for students with no income but who need a Visa and health insurance.
The Ingwe Student Plan has these benefits: Unlimited access to any private hospital in SA at a 100% Momentum Medical Scheme Rate.
Why is medical aid so expensive in South Africa?
Medical aids – even hospital plans – are so expensive, only a minority of employed South Africans can afford them.
They are so expensive, in part, because they must provide members with prescribed minimum benefits (PMBs) which cover 270 conditions and 25 chronic diseases.
How much does medical aid cost per month in South Africa?
Medical aid costs
| Type of medical aid | The 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 |