B-Living Issue 2 May 2022 May 2022 | Page 22

Pre-authorisation 101

Before you have any medical procedure or hospital admission you need to get authorisation from your medical aid . This will help you establish exactly what is covered and whether you need to plan for any out-of-pocket expenses . The pre-authorisation process also ensures that you , as a valued Bonitas member , will have your claim paid correctly . It also allows you to confirm your benefits before you undergo a specific procedure .
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Bonitas Member Magazine Issue 2 | 2022