BHF rejects fraud inquiry’s findings as ‘fundamentally flawed’
South Africa’s healthcare sector is facing a crisis of trust. This follows an independent inquiry finding that the nation’s largest medical schemes have been targeting black healthcare practitioners. They have been targeted in investigations into fraud and abuse. The report sets the stage for a major confrontation over racial equity and regulatory oversight. Moreover, it…...
Inquiry Finds Medical Schemes Guilty of Racial Discrimination
Inquiry finds major medical schemes, including Discovery and GEMS, guilty of racial discrimination against Black healthcare providers.
Racial Bias in South Africa’s Healthcare System
The Health Minister is set to receive a report on the investigation of allegations of racial discrimination against Black healthcare providers by medical schemes.
BHF Takes Fight for Low-Cost Medical Schemes to SCA
The Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) will petition the SCA after the Pretoria High Court rejected its bid for low-cost benefit options.
HFA Proposes NHI+ to Transform South Africa’s Healthcare
The HFA proposes NHI+ as a solution for South Africa's health coverage, offering a balanced approach amid controversy.
NHI Legal Challenges cost Health Department R9.7 Million in Fees
Explore the NHI legal challenges faced by the Department of Health, with R9.7 million spent on legal defenses since October 2023.
NHI Sparks Alarm and Calls for Healthcare Reform
NHI sparks alarm as critics raise concerns over South Africa's public healthcare system and the impact on private medical schemes.
Medical schemes facing ‘slow death spiral’ amid regulatory failures
Explore the impact of medical schemes in South Africa, highlighting gaps in coverage and the rise of supplementary insurance.
Public Servant Concerns on Redirecting Medical Aid Contributions
Explore the complexities facing public servants as their medical scheme contributions may be redirected to a National Health Insurance fund.
NHI Act Court Challenges and Their Implications
Learn about the new NHI act court challenges targeting public participation and constitutionality in South Africa's healthcare system.