Government Employees Medical Scheme

Our benefits are aligned with Universal Healthcare Coverage principles of delivering access to quality health services to our members at an affordable rate. For example, GEMS’ entry-level benefit option, Tanzanite One, offers a 100% subsidy for qualifying level 1-5 public service employees, access to GPs and Specialists, and access to public and private network hospitals. Visit www.gems.gov.za for more information about our benefit options.

We offer accessible, affordable and rich benefits for qualifying public service employees and their beneficiaries and strive, as much as possible, to keep the cost of medical aid low.   GEMS offers 25% less contributions for the same benefits in the industry. This simply means that the cost you pay for your medical aid is, on average, 25% cheaper than the industry.   Visit www.gems.gov.za for information on our rich benefit options.

Good News! The Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) has launched an exciting new podcast series. Join us as we discuss all things GEMS on the new GEMS podcast series, G-Pod! Learn more about how to maximise your medical benefits, how medical aids operate, and why over 2.3 million people entrust us with their healthcare needs. In the first episode of G-Pod, our Principal Officer, Dr Stanley Moloabi, our Chief Financial Officer, Ms Karyna Van Lingen, and our Acting Chief Marketing Officer, Ms Malinda Lubbe, discuss the GEMS mandate and how the Scheme prioritises the members’ needs while staying financially resilient. Click here to watch the first episode: https://bit.ly/3BVFgW1 You can also stream the G-Pod on Spotify and iTunes, simply search for ‘G-Pod’. Subscribe and Discover the Brilliance of GEMS! #GPod #GEMSPodcast #GoodNews #WhatAGem #WeAreGEMS

On our #GoodRecap this week we have the Minister for Public Service and Administration, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi saying, “GEMS is the only medical aid that is designed from an African perspective, allowing access to your extended family.” This is testament to GEMS being there for every public service employee and their family when needed most. #GoodNews #WhatAGem #WeAreGEMS

GEMS is proud to have participated in the South African Renal Care Congress 2024, which took place from 18-20 October 2024 at the Indaba Hotel and Conference Centre in Johannesburg. The congress theme was “Artificial Intelligence in Nephrology.” Significant progress in AI in the past few years offers the opportunity to radically reimagine current clinical practice to improve the diagnosis and management of kidney disease, and the conference explored that. Our provider liaison team was on hand to assist the GEMS providers with all provider-related enquiries.

GEMS is proud to partner with the Comrades Marathon Association to host the ‘GEMS Spirit of Comrades Awards’ again this year. This event recognises the commitment, discipline, dedication, persistence, camaraderie, determination, and willpower to overcome obstacles illustrated in preparing for and partaking in the Comrades Marathon. “We are all aware of the increasing problem of non-communicable diseases, which are largely attributed to unhealthy lifestyles and eating habits. In many ways our partnership is a natural fit because we share the same objective of promoting healthy living through fitness. In our member engagements, as well as amongst our staff, we continue to emphasise the importance of wellness. We are committed to helping our members, and indeed the wider society reach their peak health and fitness levels.” said Dr Vuyo Gqola, GEMS’ Chief Operations Officer at the award ceremony in Durban. #gemscomradesawards2024

Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi tells us more about the important role GEMS plays in ensuring that public service employees get comprehensive medical aid cover. “GEMS is the only medical aid that is designed from an African perspective, allowing access to your extended family.” Says the minister. #GoodNews #WhatAGem #WeAreGEMS

What a GEM worth sharing. GEMS truly understands the needs of the South African family, this is why over 2,3 million people trust us with their healthcare needs! Be on the lookout for communication on how we achieve this! #GoodNews #WhatAGem #WeAreGEMS

The Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) has had 18 successive unqualified audits since it started operating in 2006, and this speaks to the scheme’s sustainability and prudent management of the members’ funds. Click on the link to read more: https://lnkd.in/diCWyAhn #GoodNews #WhatAGem #WeAreGEMS

The 2024 Annual GEMS Symposium kicked off last Thursday. We have put together some highlights to reflect on the key discussions of the event. Enjoy! #GEMSSymposium2024 #ThrowBackThursday #TBT