Why many medical service providers reject medical aid cards

IT is a pity that only about 10% of the population in Zimbabwe is covered under medical aid societies, leaving the majority of the populace depending on out-of-pocket payment for medical attention.

The medical aid industry is not performing as expected and for ages has thus shown stagnancy, leaving one to wonder why it is that way. Despite many players entering this industry, membership remains sluggish as people seem to lack confidence in medical aid societies.

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