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Fedhealth medical aid pays more than any other medical aid!
They are the only scheme that allows you to upgrade at any time during the year within 30 days of a life changing event!
Amazing right?
What this means his that you have peace of mind in knowing that you are not paying for benefits you don’t (or may never) need.
Instead, you have instant access to comprehensive benefits should you need them, that are just an upgrade away!
This saves you hundreds if not thousands every month that you would have paid on the basis of “what if something happens!“
Can you Upgrade Your Medical Aid?
Yes, with Fedhealth you can upgrade, within 30 days of a life-changing event!
What this means his that you have peace of mind in knowing that you are not paying for benefits you don’t (or may never) need.
Instead, you have instant access to comprehensive benefits should you need them, that are just an upgrade away!
This benefit allows you to safely join a lower cost Fedhealth plan from the start knowing you can upgrade in the case of marriage of the main member, pregnancy or the diagnosis of a dread disease.
Your guide on What A Medical Aid Savings Account is and How it works.
Medical aids pay your medical costs in 3 ways:
- In hospital (called risk) costs from admission to discharge.
- Day-to-day (out-of-hospital) routine medical costs like doctors' visits and prescribed medication.
- Chronic conditions.
Medical Aid Savings Spent?
Are your medical aid savings running out?
Or are they already spent?
The new type of comprehensive medical aid plans – those with in and out-of-hospital benefits – have a savings fund that is used for all out-of-hospital claims such as doctors’ consultations, medicines and glasses.
Here is what you can do when your savings are spent ...
Has your medical aid told you to “Take a Hike” concerning your new 2025 premiums?
Are you tired of your medical aid increasing your premiums and you cannot do anything about it?
Well, it is now the time to stop being frustrated and feeling like you have no control over the cost of your medical aid!
Fedhealth Medical Aid offers a range of options that can help you save money and take control of your medical aid expenses.
Why is Medical Aid Not Paying Claims? (12 Possible Reasons)
Help! My Medical Aid is not paying my claims!
There are set rules when it comes to a claims process. Rules that your doctor needs to follow when submitting a bill. And rules you need to follow if you submit a claim.
Here are 12 possible reasons your claim was not paid:
Your guide on What A Medical Aid Savings Account is and How it works.
Medical aids pay your medical costs in 3 ways:
- In hospital (called risk) costs from admission to discharge.
- Day-to-day (out-of-hospital) routine medical costs like doctors' visits and prescribed medication.
- Chronic conditions.
5 Key reasons to join the Discovery Health Medical Scheme
A guide on joining the best, biggest and most secure scheme in South Africa.
discover a plan to suit your needs and affordability.
Do you want to join a medical aid that will really meet your needs and budget?
Look no further!
Discovery Health's KeyCare Plan - the most popular, affordable medical aid option.
Use private hospitals (in the KeyCare network of hospitals) and listed day-to-day providers (including GP's specialists and gynaecologists), who are linked to the scheme and you get a discounted premium!
- Life-threatening (car accident, stroke, heart attack etc.) and life-sustaining (cancer, kidney etc.) cover.
- Unlimited hospitalisation.
- Casualty visits
- Guaranteed full cover in-hospital for KeyCare network specialists and up to 100% for other healthcare professionals.
- Full chronic medicine for all listed Chronic Disease conditions.
Do You want Comprehensive Medical Aid at a Hospital Plan Premium?
These are the plans you should consider joining, in and out-of-hospital benefits,but at a hospital plan premium!
If you can afford a hospital plan, you can afford a medical aid!
Has your medical insurance informed you they no longer pay for hospitalisation for heart attack and stroke?
So, make sure you are fully aware of what you are buying with a medical insurance plan!
Some differences between medical aid and medical insurance
4 Reasons to Consider Fedhealth Medical Aid
Why You Need to Look at Fedhealth Medical Aid
Fedhealth medical scheme is different and offers these 4 answers to some of the biggest medical aid problems
How to Save Big on your Medical Aid Premium
The 2025 medical aid price increases have been announced and they are shocking!
Many members are desperate to find alternative ways to fund their healthcare as we have no option but to join a medical aid in South Africa.
Here are the best ideas to Save Big on your Medical Aid!
5 Must-Know Tips for Saving Money on Medical Aid Premiums in South Africa
Here are the 5 must-know tips that have already helped over 18,000 South Africans reduce their medical aid premiums.
Review Network Options for Savings
Join a Gap Cover plan
Maximise Rewards Programs
Avoid Late Joiner Penalties
2026 Updates and Enhancements for Discovery Health
Here are some important updates about the health plan benefits and contributions, making sure members continue to get the best possible care and value for money.
1. Greater benefits for sleeping disorders.
2. The New Smart Saver series
The Most Affordable Medical Aid Plans for South Africans
Find Medical Aid Plans to Meet Your Needs
Whether you're young and healthy, a student or planning a family, there will be a plan for you.
If you use network providers, you can get discounted premiums and full provider payments.
What is the cost?
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