EssentialMED gives peace of mind 

EssentialMED has been committed to providing South Africans with affordable health insurance since 2005, offering the peace of mind that comes with comprehensive health insurance.

In partnership with exempted health insurance underwriters, African Unity Life and GENRIC Insurance, EssentialMED is stronger than ever in their mission to offer patients access to quality private healthcare.

This offering includes:

  • Day-to-day benefits: Access to doctors, specialists, dentists, optometrists, medication, pathology, and radiology.
  • Hospital benefits: Coverage for hospital stays, medical costs, maternity, and ICU care.
  • Emergency services: 24/7 emergency services, casualty room visits, and hospital coverage.
  • Life & funeral plans: Protect yourself and your family from the biggest risks.

We are proud to inform you that the following brands offers our clients various primary health insurance plans which are brought to you by EssentialMED:

  • EssentialMED (for any Retail client)
  • EssentialMED Distributed by Sanlam (for Sanlam Retail Mass clients)
  • AfroCentric Primary Health Insurance (to be replaced by Sanlam Primary Care)
  • Sanlam Primary Care (for all corporate clients)

For individuals, and enterprises of all sizes, EssentialMED tailors solutions to protect employees, helping these businesses enhance productivity and reduce absenteeism without breaking the bank. Coupled with other products from the AfroCentric Group and Sanlam, EssentialMED helps to ensure complete medical cover for companies.

The EssentialMED promise

  • Transparent and honest communication about benefits 
  • Respectful and dignified treatment 
  • High standards for service providers 
  • Exceptional and responsive customer service 
  • A commitment to continuous improvement 

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