Bonitas-Medscheme split: what the CMS probe means for members
The scheme and the regulator say a narrowly focused investigation will not halt the transition – but members should brace for some operational changes.
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Bonitas’ dispute with Medscheme heads to court
Bonitas’ decision to change administrators comes amid a CMS investigation and High Court proceedings involving its former service provider.
Contribution increases ease slightly – except for one scheme
Momentum Health is proposing to raise contributions by an average of 9.9% in 2026 – the highest increase among the five largest open schemes.
Rising costs prompt members to weigh medical scheme options
Downgrading to a lower plan may appear to be a cost-saving strategy, but it frequently results in increased out-of-pocket expenses.
Will medical schemes adhere to an inflation-linked tariff hike?
The Council for Medical Schemes has advised medical schemes to limit their contribution increases for 2025 to 4.4% plus ‘reasonable’ utilisation estimates.
