Know Your Money with Bronwyn Waner and Craig Finch

37. Behind the Scenes of Medical Aid: Tackling Penalties, Plan Changes and Waiting Periods


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Ready to debunk some myths around late-joiner penalties in medical aids? Prepare to journey into the intricacies of how these penalties are calculated, based on factors like age, duration on medical aid, and the gap without medical aid. You'll hear about how penalties can range from 5-75%, applied monthly, and how you can save yourself the penalty if you're under 35. Imagine a life where you're not burdened by these penalties - we're here to guide you there! Plus, for those of you planning to emigrate, we've got some valuable advice about what happens with your medical aid.

Moving on, we'll tackle medical aid upgrades, downgrades, and the waiting periods. Learn how to strategically navigate changing your medical aid plan, and the potential pitfalls you need to steer clear of.  We'll shed light on the implications of not being able to afford medical aid, and discuss the importance of supporting your parents' medical aid despite the challenges of inflation and waiting periods. Let's get you armed and ready to take control of your medical aid without the stress. Let's get started!

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