This simple intervention saves the schemes hundreds of thousands of rand each year. In addition, the scheme pays for GP visits from the risk portion of a person’s medical cover, rather than their savings account. We found that members are more likely to take care of themselves proactively, if they don’t have to worry about running down their savings account,” said Edwards.
GP network aims to reduce healthcare costs
This simple intervention saves the schemes hundreds of thousands of rand each year. In addition, the scheme pays for GP visits from the risk portion of a person’s medical cover, rather than their savings account. We found that members are more likely to take care of themselves proactively, if they don’t have to worry about running down their savings account,” said Edwards.
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