How much does Medihelp MedPlus cost in 2026?

The 2026 main-member contribution is R 15 486 per month. Adult dependants pay R 15 486 and child dependants R 3 864. Only the first 2 children are billed.

Which hospitals can I use on Medihelp MedPlus?

This plan uses any private hospital. PMB emergencies are always covered at the nearest private hospital.

How many chronic conditions does Medihelp MedPlus cover?

64 chronic conditions in total — that's the 27 statutory PMB conditions plus 37 additional conditions. Medication must come from the plan's approved formulary. Designated pharmacy: Medihelp Pharmacy Network.

Is Medihelp MedPlus good for families?

Yes — this is a comprehensive plan with broad day-to-day, chronic and hospital cover, well-suited to families.

Where does this pricing come from?

All figures are taken directly from the official Medihelp 2026 brochure (accessed 2026-04-28). Final premiums are confirmed by Medihelp when you apply.

Medihelp: MedPlus

Comprehensive

2026 Plan

From R 15 486/month

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2027 prices

Not in the Medihelp 2027 contribution table. The 2026 price above still applies until the scheme confirms 2027.

Heads up: This is general information, not financial advice. Pricing is sourced from the official Medihelp 2026 brochure but may change — always confirm directly with Medihelp before joining.

Monthly Contributions

Main memberR 15 486

Adult dependantR 15 486

Child dependantR 3 864

Max 2 children billed. Child rates apply up to age 26.

Hospital Cover

Limit: Unlimited

Network: Any private hospital

Chronic Cover

64 conditions covered (27 PMB + 37 additional)

Pharmacy: Medihelp Pharmacy Network

Non-formulary co-pay: 25%

Maternity

10 antenatal consultations

2 ultrasound scans

Two antenatal & postnatal consultations + dietician/lactation specialist visits.

Plan highlights

Top-tier comprehensive plan
64 chronic conditions covered
Any private hospital, comprehensive benefits
Highest day-to-day & dental cover
Comprehensive maternity & paediatric programme

Who is MedPlus for?

Families wanting full cover with the fewest out-of-pocket surprises
Members with chronic conditions who see specialists regularly
Higher earners wanting comprehensive benefits and any-hospital access

This is general guidance. Use our free calculator to see whether this plan matches your specific needs and budget.

What's covered

Unlimited hospital cover at any private hospital
64 chronic conditions (27 PMB + 37 additional)
10 antenatal consultations
2 pregnancy ultrasound scans
All Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMB) — required by South African law

What to watch out for

Non-formulary chronic medication is subject to a 25% co-payment
Cosmetic procedures, alternative therapies and certain elective treatments
Out-of-hospital costs above your annual day-to-day limit (where applicable)

Compare with similar Medihelp plans

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From R 8 922/month

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MedPrime

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From R 5 790/month

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MedPrime Elect

Hybrid

From R 4 746/month

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Frequently asked questions

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Source: Medihelp MedPlus 2026 Summary — accessed 2026-04-28.

All benefits and limits are per calendar year, unless otherwise stated.

All benefits are approved by the Council for Medical Schemes.

PMB = Prescribed Minimum Benefits. Medihelp covers 271 PMB conditions.

Pricing and benefits sourced from the official 2026 Medihelp brochures. Final premiums confirmed by Medihelp at application.