Join SA's most trusted medical aid with one simple question

Switching just got a whole lot easier. For a limited time, join Discovery Health Medical Scheme with no waiting periods - just 1 simple question*.

You can also call us on 0860 000 628 or speak to your financial adviser.

 

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Switch to Discovery Health Medical Scheme - Simply

For a limited time, joining Discovery Health Medical Scheme is easier than ever

Answer just one health question and if you qualify, you could join with no waiting periods, giving you faster access to healthcare cover.

 
Why switch now?
  • Simple application just one underwriting question
  • No waiting periods if you qualify
  • Comprehensive cover from South Africa's leading medical scheme
Who qualifies?

You may qualify for this offer if you:

  • Have had continuous medical scheme cover for 24 months or more
  • Answer "No" to a single health question
 
 
One simple question

You'll be asked:

In the past 12 months, have you or any of your dependants been admitted to hospital, or do you expect or plan to be hospitalised (including pregnancy) in the next 12 months; or are you currently on ongoing medication or receiving treatment for a medical condition?

Answer "No" → You may join with no waiting periods

Answer "Yes" → A 3-month general waiting period will apply

 

Discovery Health Medical Scheme - South Africa's leading medical aid

Discovery Health Medical Scheme offers the widest choice of health plans, all with unlimited private hospital cover and a range of benefits to suit your needs and your pocket.

Comprehensive benefits

Choose from 25 plans, which all offer rich benefits with unlimited private hospital cover, and full cover in our extensive healthcare networks.

Better healthcare

Access to wide ranging benefits, care programmes and services that ensure you and your doctor can access the best healthcare available when you need it.

Affordability

You get exceptional and consistent value with contributions that are on average over 11% more affordable than the rest of the industry.

Get rewarded

The opportunity to join the world's leading science based wellness programme, Vitality, that gives you access to and rewards you for a healthy lifestyle.

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Welcome to Vitality, our dynamic and science-based behaviour change programme that combines data analytics with rewards and incentives to help you make healthier choices.

Start your journey of knowing and understanding your health today, and enjoy massive rewards along the way.

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