Difference Between Medical Aid and Hospital Plan

Many people confuse the terms medical aid and hospital plan.  In short, a medical aid will cover your fees like doctor’s fees, cost of operations, costs of medication etc.  A hospital plan on the other hand, will pay out a certain amount every day you are in the hospital and can not go to work.  Usually, with a hospital plan, you need to cover your daily hospital costs yourself. The latter is also the cheaper option.

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