5 things to keep in mind when choosing a medical aid
Many people consider a medical aid a non-essential ”nice-to-have” that is reserved for the very wealthy. That is, until they need a medical scheme to cover the hefty costs associated with private medical care, procedures, examinations, dental procedures, spectacles and eye exams. The list of what...
5 questions to ask when deciding on a medical aid scheme
Being part of a medical scheme serves as protection for when you have a medical emergency. Hospital costs can easily climb and become unaffordable to the average South African. Monthly payments to a medical scheme might seem like an unnecessary expense to some, but as with...
7 questions with a financial adviser about medical aids
Name: Frohan Landman Occupation: Financial Adviser Question 1: What common mistakes do people make when choosing their medical aid scheme? People often tend to buy cheap. Rather speak to an independent financial adviser, who does not favour a specific scheme, to get honest advice. The fine print can...