The SA Handbook guide

Medical aid

Compare schemes, plans, networks, PMBs and likely shortfalls.

3 PRACTICAL GUIDES
8 MIN READ · REVIEWED 27 JULY 2026

Medical aid versus a hospital plan

Compare registered medical-scheme cover with insurance products that may pay fixed benefits.

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Prescribed Minimum Benefits explained

Understand the minimum conditions and treatment categories schemes must cover under applicable rules.

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8 MIN READ · REVIEWED 27 JULY 2026

Gap cover explained

Understand insurance designed for certain shortfalls between provider charges and medical-scheme benefits.

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