Practical, affordable day-to-day and hospital protection for the North West

If you live, work or raise a family in the North West, an affordable day-to-day and hospital plan can help you manage routine healthcare costs while protecting you from large in-hospital bills. Affinity Health offers budget-friendly plan options that combine everyday benefits - GP consultations, basic dentistry and acute medicines - with in-hospital cover for surgery, ward and theatre fees. This balance helps families, young professionals and retirees plan monthly budgets without sacrificing access to private care.

Who benefits most in the North West

• Young professionals needing regular GP access and quick primary care.
• Families with children who require routine immunisations, dental check-ups and GP visits.
• Retirees seeking reliable in-hospital protection for sudden procedures or admissions.

Core features you can expect

• Day-to-day benefits: GP consultations, basic dentistry and access to acute medicine benefits.
• Hospital protection: In-hospital admissions, theatre and ward fees, and approved in-hospital procedures.
• Support services: Telehealth consultations for clinical advice and Emergency Medical Response coordination when needed.

Affinity Health’s combined plan options let you get both everyday care and in-hospital protection in one budget-friendly plan. Learn about specific combined plan features and limits on the combined plan page and see how day-to-day benefits work on the day-to-day page.

Making care predictable - how combined cover helps

• Consolidates routine visits and major events under one monthly premium for simpler budgeting.
• Reduces the risk of skipping GP visits by covering common consultations and acute medicines.
• Protects savings from high hospital bills when surgery or admission is required.

Provider access in the North West

Affinity Health members can use the provider network listed on the site to find participating hospitals and healthcare practitioners. Use the find a hospital provider tool to confirm available facilities in your area before you need them.

Choosing the right plan option for North West circumstances

Selecting the right combined plan depends on household size, ages and anticipated healthcare use. Families with young children often prioritise stronger day-to-day benefits for GP visits and dental checks. Working professionals may prioritise immediate access to consultations and mid-level hospital limits. Retirees may prefer higher in-hospital protection. Follow these steps to decide:

Step-by-step selection guide

• Estimate routine needs: number of GP visits, dental appointments and expected acute medicines per year.
• Consider potential hospital needs: any planned procedures, chronic conditions or physical risks related to work and lifestyle.
• Compare plan options and limits: review combined plan inclusions and pick the option that keeps monthly costs manageable.

Practical comparison table

Next steps for North West residents

• Compare plan options and get a quote online to see your monthly premium for your household composition.
• Use the combined plan page to compare benefit inclusions and limits before you join. Compare plans
• Find local providers and participating hospitals with the provider search tool to confirm in-area access. Find a provider

Affinity Health’s plan options are designed to make private healthcare more accessible and affordable across South Africa, including the North West. Get a quote, compare plan inclusions, and choose the budget-friendly option that fits your family or personal needs.

Sources

• Affinity Health - Combined Plan details
• Affinity Health - Day-to-Day Cover
• National Department of Health - South Africa
• Statistics South Africa - Health indicators