The cheapest medical aid cover no matter if you live in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban or a remote part of SA can be found by getting several different quotes to compare side by side. It is a little foolish to just go ahead and sign up for a contract that gives you cover without first comparing quotes and weighing up your different options. Not all policies are created equal and to get the most affordable policy you need to scrutinise and make sure you are signing up for the correct amount of cover available for you and your family and getting the most for your hard earned money.
Companies that offer the cheapest medical aid cover in South Africa have specially designed policies to suit those looking for something affordable but it is important to read all the benefits and cover available on any scheme. Many of the lower cost schemes are more targeted to single people and may not suit families. Single people who do not visit the doctor regularly and do not have high priced medicine bills will likely benefit the most, or those who are not too concerned about all the benefits a fully comprehensive scheme will cover and perhaps just need something like a hospital plan.
At the end of the day it is all about getting quotes, which can be done online these days and comparing cover from the different providers in the country. Some policies are extremely flexible and will allow you to customise a package that will suit you and your families needs individually at a price that is suitable to you and your budget. Have a little patience, do as much research as you can before signing up for a specific policy and you will give yourself a good chance at getting the cheapest medical aid cover available in SA today.