Announcement: Changes to COVID-19 immunisation cost recovery and reimbursement model
The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) wishes to notify all stakeholders of the National Department of Health's (NDoH) communication regarding
Research Review: Uncomplicating benefit option choices for beneficiaries
The inability of medical scheme beneficiaries to choose optimally is at the centrifugal discussion of the current South African healthcare
Media Statement: Progress made by the Statutory Manager appointed to co-manage WCMAS Medical Scheme.
In 2022, the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) took regulatory action against Witbank Coalfields Medical Schemes (WCMAS), following findings of
Research Study: Funding of Oncology Benefits by Medical Schemes, South Africa – A focus on breast and cervix cancer
In October 2022, the Council for Medical Schemes through its Policy Research and Monitoring Division published a research chapter Funding
INFOCUS: The Nudge Theory
Accessing medical scheme benefits entitlements through Designated Service Providers (DSPs), could be a logistical nightmare for some beneficiaries of medical
Status on LCBOs
LCBOs aim to enhance healthcare accessibility and accelerate progress towards universal healthcare coverage (UHC) in SA. LCBOs are medical scheme
CMS Annual Report 2021/22
The CMS today released its 2021/22 Annual Report. The report unpacks CMS’ strategic, operational, and financial performance in regulating the 72
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Whilst the CMS concludes discussions, Health Squared members are urged to avoid panic-inspired movements that might leave them worse off
Press Release 5 of 2022: Setting the facts straight on Low-Cost Benefit Options
The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) has taken note of the irresponsible assertions by Low-Cost Benefit Option (LCBO) Advisory Committee
Press Release 4 of 2022: Procurement of GEMS Vitamins
The Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) has taken note of news articles regarding the allegations that the Government Employees Medical