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DiscoverySmartSmart

Classic Smart

Discovery Health Medical Scheme · Discovery Health Rate (DHR)

Contributions

Main member

R 3 018

Adult dependant

R 2 381

Child dependant

R 1 205

Dependant rules: max 3 children, under 21.

In-hospital

Hospital network
Smart Network hospitals at 100% of DHR.
Specialist rate
i
100% of DHR in hospital.
Specialist payment gap
i
Not covered.

Day-to-day

Day-to-day benefits
Smart Plan structured benefits: GP visits, basic dentistry, optometry via network.
Savings account (MSA)
i
Above-Threshold Benefit
i
Not offered.

Chronic & specialised

Chronic conditions
CDL conditions only (27) via network.
Specialised medicines
Limited Specialised Medicine Benefit.

Oncology & innovation

Oncology
Full oncology at scheme rate.
Innovation / advanced illness
Advanced Illness Benefit applies.

Maternity & mental health

Maternity programme
Antenatal and post-natal benefits within Smart structure.
Mental wellbeing
Counselling and psychiatry per plan limits; chronic mental illness on CDL list at PMB level.

Wellness & extras

Wellness programme
Vitality programme (optional separate subscription, not a scheme benefit).
Africa evacuation
Emergency evacuation in sub-Saharan Africa via Discovery 911.
International travel
Not covered.
ART (assisted reproductive)
Not covered.

FAIS Disclaimer

This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Consult a registered financial adviser (FSP) before making any medical aid decision. Contributions shown are current-year (2026) figures from official scheme sources.