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Bonitas Medscheme Split Sees Momentum and PHA Win Contracts

Bonitas Medscheme split sees Momentum Health and PHA take over key contracts, as a CMS forensic probe and court action continue.

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GEMS Tariff Intervention Underway Amid Affordability Concerns

GEMS tariff intervention planned as government responds to sharp price hikes affecting public service members and affordability pressures.

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‘Mega Gap Claims’ Explode by 512% as Medical Aid Shortfalls Soar

Understand the implications of mega gap claims and soaring medical aid shortfalls on healthcare costs for South African patients.

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Medical Aid Contribution Increases Squeeze Household Budgets

South African households face financial pressure with upcoming medical aid contribution increases for 2026. Find out more.

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Lower-Dose Immunotherapy Trials Expand Treatment Options

Explore lower-dose immunotherapy trials that show promise in enhancing cancer treatment efficacy and reducing healthcare costs.

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Discovery Defers Contribution Increase Until April

Discovery Health defers the 2026 contribution increase until April 1st, providing R1.5 billion in financial relief to members.

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Mediscor Medicines Review 2024: Key Insights Revealed

Dive into the Mediscor medicines review 2024 to understand the complexities of rising medicine costs and healthcare sustainability.

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Medical Aid Premiums to Continue Outpacing Inflation

Brace for rising medical aid premiums as costs soar beyond inflation rates. Discover the reasons behind this trend.

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Billions Lost to Fraud and Waste Cripple SA’s Private Healthcare

South Africa’s private healthcare sector is haemorrhaging up to R28 billion a year due to rampant fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA). This directly threatens the quality of care and financial stability of medical cover for millions of citizens…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a member? Log in...

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Gems Premium Hike: Unions Demand Single Digits

Unions demand Gems to limit the premium hike for 2026 to single digits following a controversial increase in 2025.

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