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How you can use preventative care to lower your bills

Managing your healthcare costs and trying to stay healthy can be difficult. In South Africa, people often face significant challenges in accessing quality healthcare, owing to the high costs associated with it. That’s why preventative healthcare can help. Preventative healthcare helps you stay healthy while lowering your healthcare bills.

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Why children need Medical Insurance: Protecting your family's health and finances

As a parent in South Africa, your children’s health is a top priority. While the country has made significant strides in improving healthcare access, many families still face challenges when it comes to obtaining quality medical care for their children.

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What is the real cost of medical care in South Africa?

The real cost of medical care in South Africa is a common concern for the country’s citizens and government. The country’s dual healthcare system often means that, to access good quality healthcare, you must pay a high cost. This creates a significant problem. Access to good quality healthcare is difficult for the majority of South Africans.

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Is it worth getting Medical Insurance as a student?

You’re a student, dedicated to your studies and watching your budget as carefully as you can. You may wonder whether it's worth investing in medical insurance. While you might be young and healthy, medical insurance can give you significant benefits and peace of mind. Here’s why getting medical insurance as a student is a wise decision.

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Questions to ask before choosing a Medical Insurance plan

When you’re choosing a medical insurance plan, you may have a lot of questions. Get Medical Insurance helps you find the right questions to ask when choosing a medical insurance plan. 

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Does Medical Insurance cover me if I'm travelling overseas?

You’ve booked your tickets, and you’re ready to pack. You’re excited for your overseas travel, but have you checked if your medical insurance covers you while you’re travelling overseas? It’s important to know what kind of medical cover you have while you’re travelling. 

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Can pensioners get Medical Insurance?

As a pensioner, you keep a close eye on your finances, to ensure a comfortable retirement. Here’s some good news for your budget: pensioners can get medical insurance, There are no age restrictions to get medical insurance.

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Do I need to take any medical tests to get Medical Insurance?

If you’re considering medical insurance, you may be wondering if you need to take any medical tests to get medical insurance. The answer varies depending on the type of insurance and the specific provider's requirements. Here's what you need to know about medical tests and medical insurance in South Africa.

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What are the most important health check-ups?

It's easy to overlook the importance of regular health check-ups. You may think you don’t need to have a health check-up because you feel healthy, but how can you be sure? With the hustle and bustle of daily life, health check-ups may not be your top priority, even though they should be.

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How will the NHI affect Medical Aid and Medical Insurance?

The National Health Insurance (NHI) is aimed at providing universal health coverage to ensure that all South Africans have access to quality healthcare services. The NHI seeks to bridge the gap between the public and private healthcare sectors, addressing long-standing disparities.

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The state of Health Insurance in South Africa

The Health Insurance landscape in South Africa is undergoing a significant transformation. The government is working towards achieving universal healthcare coverage through the National Health Insurance (NHI). This overview outlines the current state of Health Insurance in South Africa, examining the existing private and public healthcare systems, and the current implications of the NHI.

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Can you go to the hospital if you don’t have Health Insurance?

Imagine you’re involved in a car accident, and you need to be admitted to hospital. Do you know what will happen if you don’t have medical coverage? It’s important to understand the consequences and challenges that might arise in such situations.

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Is your trip to the emergency room at a private hospital covered by Medical Insurance?

Depending on your specific Medical Insurance plan, a trip to the emergency room at a private hospital may be covered. Most Medical Insurance plans have varying coverage levels and requirements. Read here for more.

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Why you need Health Insurance when you are pregnant

If you’re pregnant, or planning a family, you need Health Insurance.Health Insurance gives parents, and children, access to private healthcare at an affordable price. Unfortunately, in South Africa, private healthcare comes at an exorbitant cost. Most South Africans cannot afford to access private healthcare through Medical Aid Schemes. 

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Are there late joiner penalties for Medical Insurance?

You’re thinking about buying Medical Insurance, but you're wondering if you’ll have to pay late joiner penalty fees. Read on here to find out.

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What is the difference between Medical Insurance and Gap Cover?

You want to give your family the best medical care. You can only do this if you have a good understanding of specific medical policies. Read on as we discuss the difference between Medical Insurance and Gap Cover. 

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How Health Insurance Gives You Peace of Mind

In South Africa, Health Insurance is a necessity. Government healthcare facilities are in a disastrous state. If you want the best healthcare, you’re not going to get it at one of these types of healthcare facilities. You need Health Insurance to give you peace of mind.

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What are affordable alternatives to Medical Aid in South Africa?

The cost of Medical Aid in South Africa is exorbitantly high. It’s no surprise you’re looking for an alternative to Medical Aid. There are other affordable options that you can consider, without breaking the bank.

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What are day-to-day cover limits of Medical Insurance?

Like most medical cover in South Africa, Medical Insurance has day-to-day cover limits. Get Medical Insurance discusses the day-to-day cover limits of Medical Insurance.

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Can you claim from Medical Insurance immediately after signing up?

Get Medical Insurance understands that navigating the realm of medical cover in South Africa can be confusing. If you're a new policyholder it’s important to understand when you can access your benefits. Understanding your policy ensures a smooth and worry-free medical care journey.

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A consolidated guide on Accident Cover

Despite its importance, Accident Cover is often underestimated or misunderstood. This comprehensive guide aims to help you better understand Accident Cover. The knowledge you gain from our guide will help you make wise decisions about your medical cover.

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How do I get an Accident Cover quote?

Accident Cover provides medical cover if you sustain an injury, caused by an accident. Accident Cover can keep high medical bills at bay and give you financial peace of mind. If you're considering getting Accident Cover, here's how to get a quote.

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A Consolidated Guide on Medical Insurance

Medical Insurance is an insurance product that provides cover for medical expenses. Unfortunately, Medical Insurance is often overlooked or misunderstood. This guide aims to help you understand Medical Insurance. You can then make informed decisions about your medical coverage.

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Virtual Doctor and Nurse Consultations provided by Medical Insurance

Medical Insurance provides more than access to private healthcare. With Medical Insurance, you also get access to many benefits. Two of these benefits include virtual doctor and nurse consultations.

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Do I have to pay for preventative dentistry with Medical Insurance?

Maintaining good dental health is important, no matter how old you are. Regular dental checkups are vital. That’s why Medical Insurance pays for preventative dentistry.

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Medical Aid vs Hospital Plan vs Medical Insurance: Which one is the right choice for you?

Should I get Medical Aid, a Hospital Plan or Medical Insurance, you ask? Get Medical Insurance outlines the best medical cover options in South Africa.

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Is Accident Cover included with Medical Insurance?

Accident Cover and Medical Insurance are separate products. But if you combine the two, you get more comprehensive medical cover.

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Value added services provided by Medical Insurance

Value added services are extra benefits that go beyond an insurer's core product. The benefits enhance your experience as a Get Medical Insurance customer. Value added services provide lifestyle benefits that are usually not included in a policy. 

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How much is Accident Cover?

Get Medical Insurance has affordable Medical Insurance and Accident Cover for you. You can also save money by combining Medical Insurance with Accident Cover.

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What are the benefits of Accident Cover?

You need Accident Cover to protect you and your family when you're injured in an accident. Accident Cover gives you the benefits you need if you sustain an injury from an accident. Read on as we discuss some of the benefits of Accident Cover:

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Reasons you should invest in a good health cover

Your family needs good health cover. Having good health cover is a smart financial decision. The cost of healthcare in South Africa is rising every year. Without health cover like Medical Insurance, you could have a massive dent in your budget. 

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Living with a chronic illness. Are you covered?

You have a chronic illness, but you’re not sure how Medical Insurance can benefit you? Medical Insurance mainly gives you cover for day-to-day medical expenses. Medical Insurance, however, covers various medicines, including chronic medicines.

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What happens if I don’t use my Medical Insurance?

Medical Insurance gives you benefits that cover various day-to-day medical expenses. Sometimes, you may not need to use these benefits. What happens then? 

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What is the best age to get Medical Insurance?

The best age to buy a Medical Insurance policy is as soon as you can afford to. If you haven’t got Medical Insurance and you’re in your late twenties, you should seriously consider it. It’s best to get medical cover as early as possible. You never know when you may need coverage. 

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Worried about your health but can’t afford Medical Aid?

Taking care of your health is a top priority. With the cost of medical care in South Africa, everyone needs good health cover. Unfortunately, Medical Aid is a little too far out of reach for most people. The good news is that there are other medical plans available if you can’t afford Medical Aid.

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How much does a Hospital Plan cost?

A Hospital Plan is a type of insurance designed to cover in-hospital medical expenses. Hospital Plans are usually more affordable than Medical Aid, but provide limited coverage.

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What is the difference between a Hospital Plan and Medical Insurance?

A Hospital Plan and Medical Insurance both provide medical coverage. The two plans, however, differ in the type coverage they provide. Read on as we explore the two products.

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How does a Hospital Plan work?

You never know when an accident or a medical emergency might happen. This is why you need to have medical coverage. If you don’t have medical cover, how will you get the care you need, when you need it? A Hospital Plan gives you in-hospital cover for when you have a medical emergency. 

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What does a Hospital Plan include?

Having medical cover is important, you never know when you may need to be hospitalised. State healthcare facilities in South Africa are not up to the standard you may want for your family. To give your family access to private healthcare facilities, you need medical cover.

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What is a Hospital Plan?

Hospital plans are aimed at young or low income individuals with good general health. Hospital Plans only provide financial protection in the event of a hospitalisation.

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What is the waiting period for Medical Insurance?

A waiting period is the amount of time that must pass before certain benefits are available. Your insurance policy contains specific details on your waiting period. Your waiting period can vary, depending on the insurer and the insurance policy you choose. 

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Does Medical Insurance cover chronic medication?

Medical Insurance provides coverage for various day-to-day medical expenses. Included in your Medical Insurance is the chronic medicine benefit. This benefit gives you access to various chronic medications, depending on your plan.

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What is Accident Cover?

Accident Cover is an insurance product that provides cover if you have an accident. Accident Cover provides cover if you sustain an injury, caused by an accident. 

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What is the difference between Medical Insurance and Accident Cover?

Medical Insurance and Accident Cover provide different types of coverage. You need to understand the difference before you decide to buy one of the two products. Get Medical Insurance outlines the differences between Medical Insurance and Accident Cover.

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​​How do I choose a Medical Insurance plan?

Choosing a Medical Insurance plan can be a difficult task. With so many options, it's important to take the time to consider your needs before making a decision.

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Does Medical Insurance cover HIV medication?

One of the many benefits from Get Medical Insurance is the HIV Programme. The HIV Programme is designed to optimise the health of people living with HIV. Our HIV Programme gives people living with HIV unlimited HIV medication cover.

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Hospital emergency benefits of Medical Insurance.

Medical Insurance doesn’t usually have many hospital emergency benefits. Most Medical Insurance plans provide day-to-day cover for medical expenses.

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Does Medical Insurance cover accidents?

Medical Insurance does not cover accidents. Most Medical Insurance plans provide day-to-day cover for medical expenses. Accident Cover is usually purchased as a additional buy-up option.

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What medicine is covered by Medical Insurance?

We know that medicine and medical care in South Africa is expensive. Get Medical Insurance provides affordable Medical Insurance for all. Depending on your Medical Insurance plan, your medicine benefits will vary.

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How to get the most out of Medical Insurance, all year long.

You could be missing out when it comes to taking advantage of your day-to-day benefits. If you only knew a little more, you could get more out of your Medical Insurance. Here’s a little more info on how you can get the most out of your Medical Insurance plan from Get Medical Insurance.

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Day-to-day benefits of Medical Insurance.

The day-to-day benefits of Medical Insurance give you access to private healthcare. Medical Insurance is cheaper than you think. Medical Insurance gives South Africans access to private healthcare at an affordable price.

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Which is the best Medical Insurance?

The best Medical Insurance policy for you will depend on your unique circumstances. At Get Medical Insurance, we have the best policy for you.

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Types of Medical Insurance plans.

We understand that healthcare is expensive in South Africa. That's why we provide affordable Medical Insurance. Depending on the type of Medical Insurance plan you choose, your benefits will vary.

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Is Medical Insurance cheaper than Medical Aid?

Yes, Medical Insurance is significantly cheaper than Medical Aid. It is, however, important not to confuse the two products. Medical Insurance and Medical aid are completely different. Medical Insurance and Medical Aid provide different types of coverage.

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How to get a Medical Insurance quote.

It’s never been easier to get a Medical Insurance quote. Medical Insurance is an important aspect of your life, especially if you want access to private healthcare. Do you have the financial means to pay for ​​day-to-day medical expenses? Think of things like regular doctor visits, medication, dentistry and eye care. Not to mention the various other medical expenses.

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Why do you need Medical Insurance?

Public healthcare facilities are often ill-equipped to provide the required standard of care. We all want to be able to provide for our families. There’s no better feeling knowing your family's healthcare needs are met. Medical Insurance gives your family access to a network of private healthcare services.

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Medical Insurance glossary.

We’ve created this Medical Insurance glossary for you. Understanding Medical Insurance terminology is important. If you struggle to understand something, Get Medical Insurance has made it easy for you. Here’s your Medical Insurance glossary from Get Medical Insurance.

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Keep your family healthy with Medical Insurance.

You can keep your family healthy with Medical Insurance. Keeping your family healthy is always a top priority. You can do this with Medical Insurance from Get Medical Insurance.

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How much is Medical Insurance?

How much is Medical Insurance, you ask? You’re looking for an affordable Medical Insurance plan to cover all your needs. Get Medical Insurance has the perfect Medical Insurance plan for you.

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Should you get Medical Insurance when you are young?

You’re wondering whether you should get Medical Insurance when you’re still young. The simple answer is yes. It is never too early to get Medical Insurance.

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Optometry benefits of Medical Insurance.

Unfortunately, not everyone is gifted with perfect eyesight. Some people require glasses to help them see life a little more clearly. Others may need contact lenses or other equipment to improve their vision.

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Dentistry benefits of Medical Insurance.

With Medical Insurance, most plans include a dentistry benefit. If you’ve ever been to the dentist before without having Medical Insurance, you’ll know that fixing that filling doesn’t come cheap. As most people are aware, the cost of healthcare in South Africa is expensive, and dentistry is no exception.

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Can you get Medical Insurance for someone else?

Yes, you’ll be happy to know that you can buy Medical Insurance for someone else. Medical Insurance helps the people you care about access private healthcare services.

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What does Medical Insurance cover?

Compared to many of the medical coverage plans available in South Africa, Medical Insurance is more economically friendly, especially for people in the middle and lower-income groups.

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How does Medical Insurance work?

Access to private healthcare facilities and services in South Africa is notoriously expensive. Medical Insurance can provide lower income families with secured access to private healthcare.

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What is the difference between Medical Aid and Medical Insurance?

It’s important to understand the differences between Medical Aid and Medical Insurance. These two terms are often used interchangeably. They are, however, not the same thing. There are significant differences between Medical Aid and Medical Insurance.

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What is Medical Insurance?

Medical Insurance could be the solution you’re looking for. The cost of accessing private healthcare in South Africa can be prohibitively high. Medical Insurance gives South Africans an affordable, cost-effective way to access private healthcare services.

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