Medical Cover

Life, uninterrupted.

Flexible medical cover as unique as you.

 

Why EssentialMED?

EssentialMED is an Underwriting Management Agent on behalf of the insurer, African Unity Life. We have supported South Africans with innovative health insurance since 2005, offering tailor-made access to quality private healthcare at a price you can afford.

The Essentials

Massive Network

Get coverage anywhere with a nationwide network of healthcare providers & access to any hospital of your choice.

Affordable

Create a healthcare plan that suits your family & your budget, with flexible & affordable cover

Flexible

Benefits & cover to suit your unique lifestyle. Choose only what you need.

Reputable

EssentialMED is trusted by thousands of families just like yours. Rest assured - you’re in the right hands.

One product. Simple benefit choices.

Day-to-Day

Get back to being your awesome self with our comprehensive set of out-of-hospital benefits.

INCLUDES
  • Doctors & Specialists
  • Dentists & Optometrists
  • Acute & Chronic Medication
  • Pathology & Radiology
  • Nationwide network
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Accident & Emergency

Accidents happen. Be prepared with cover for unexpected events.

INCLUDES
  • In & out of hospital expenses
  • Emergency casualty room visits
  • 24/7 Emergency services
  • Any private or public hospital
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Hospital

Cover when it matters most, for you and your family.

INCLUDES
  • Hospital stay & medical costs
  • Maternity
  • Intensive Care Unit
  • Any private or public hospital
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Life & Funeral

Plan ahead, protect yourself and your family from the biggest risks.

INCLUDES
  • Permanent Disability
  • Dread Disease
  • Funeral cover
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What our customers say

5

I have moved over to EssentialMED exactly one year ago… and have never looked back since!! Once again THANK YOU!....and please be assured of our continuous and loyal support!

5

I have been using Essential for years and i have never had a problem. The consultants are always friendly and even call the hospital ahead of me getting there in an emergency and my bills are never an issue so I am a very proud member. Well done as always Essential team u guys rock!

5

I can recommend EssentialMED to everyone, there service is excellent! I did my application online and I had a very quick response . Bradford helped me and I have not had such amazing service in a long time. I give them 5 stars and I will promote EssentialMED everywhere!

GROUP COVER

Be the employer of choice. Reduce absenteeism in the workplace.

EssentialMED offers bespoke group solutions for the SME & Enterprise designed to protect your people, drive productivity & lower absenteeism without breaking the bank.

Coupled with other medical aid products brought to you through AfroCentric, you can have a complete medical cover suite for the entire company.

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