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Getting to know Topmed Hospital Plan

Topmed, initially established in 1972 and currently a household name in South Africa, is well-known for its comprehensive medical aid plans. However, they offer the affordable Topmed hospital plan too.

Also, this scheme utilises expertise and industry strengths and provides tailor-made products to meet the growing needs of prospective clients.

Recently they have innovatively partnered with other service providers to ensure that members receive value for money as well as service excellence.

 

TopMed Hospital Plan

NB! Effective 1 January 2017, TopMed Hospital is changing to TopMed Essential.

TopMed Hospital Plan is an introductory Hospital Only Plan (no Day-to-Day benefits apply).

Topmed Hospital Plan

That is an ideal plan, specially geared towards younger people who seek In-Hospital cover plus cover in the event of catastrophic occurrences that might require a stay in a hospital.

The plan is also for those who are content to cover their Out-of-Hospital expenses in conjunction with cover from an In-Hospital Plan.

 

Topmed Hospital / Topmed Essential Benefits

Significantly, benefits only apply provided that the mandatory pre-authorisation is obtained, especially before the commencement of any In-Hospital treatment or any related clinical procedure.

However, in the case of emergency admittance benefits are forfeited if authorisation is not obtained within two business days after that.

NB! Scheme Policies and Protocols then apply throughout.

Importantly, the Topmed hospital plan covers the following In-Hospital treatments:

 

·      Treatment of Immunocompromise & Opportunistic Infections irrespective of cause

·      Psychiatric Hospitalisation

·      7 Days Take Home Medication

 Accommodation, Theatre, Material, Hospital Equipment & Medicine

 
Medical Practitioners

 

 ·      General Practitioners

·      Specialists

·      Associated Clinical Procedures
Radiology & Pathology Radioisotope Studies, CT & MRI Scans
Secondary Facilities Hospice, Rehabilitation & Step Down Nursing
Out-Patient Treatment at Hospital Facilities Only for Trauma
Maternity Programme / Confinements

 

Qualification for this benefit:

Register between weeks 12 and 20 of pregnancy

 ·      6 Antenatal Consultations, Antenatal Classes and Prenatal Vitamins

·      2 Scans per Beneficiary per Pregnancy

·      Pediatric / Newborn Visits

·      Confinement

·      Home Births
Ambulance Services ·      Preferred Provider ER 24

·      Non-Preferred Provider
Disease Management / Case Management

Disease Management – Focuses on the patient’s disease or condition, utilising all the cost elements involved.

Case Management – Intervention involves patient counselling & education, behaviour modification, therapeutic guidelines & incentives

 ·      AIDS and HIV-Infections

·      Organ Transplants & Kidney Dialysis

·      Oncology
Auxiliary Services ·      Clinical and Medical Technologists

·      Blood Transfusions

·      Internal Medical & Surgical Accessories

·      Physio, Speech & Occupational Therapy, Dieticians & Social Workers
Chronic Medication
Maxillo-Facial Surgery
Scopes Colonoscopies & Gastroscopies
Wellness Benefit
International Business & Leisure Travel Insurance
Post Operative Medical Cover

 

 ·      Heart Attack

·      Stroke

·      Post-Crime Trauma

·      Hip and Knee Replacements (only in the event of trauma)

Monthly Contributions

 

Reflected below, is the Topmed Hospital / Topmed Essential monthly contribution table:

 

Main Member R1 458
Adult Dependant R1 174
Student/Minor Dependent R592

For More Information

Importantly, to acquire the Topmed Hospital / Topmed Essential Hospital Plan or for any other Topmed Healthcare plan, we recommend that first you request a quote or more information

Contact Details

 

Website www.topmed.co.za
Information / Queries info@topmedms.co.za
Membership membership@topmedms.co.za
Claims claims@topmedms.co.za
Client Services, Pre-authorisation

Case Management and

Disease Management Programmes

 Tel: 0860 00 21 58
International 087 740 2899 (for calls outside SA)
Fax 086 762 4050
Postal Address PO Box 1462, Durban, 4000

Disclaimer:

 

NB!  Although we took every care to source and reflect accurate information, we do not accept any accountability for possible inaccuracies.  Therefore it is imperative then that you consult a Consultant or a Broker before making any healthcare decision.

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All info was correct at time of publishing