How much does it cost to give birth in a public hospital in South Africa?

Emergencies aside, you’re looking at a price range of about R16 000 to R46 050 depending on the birth method (figures based on Medi-Clinic Southern Africa estimates from 2016). If, like many South Africans, you cannot afford private healthcare, you are more than entitled to government health care.

Is giving birth free in South Africa?

All South Africans have a right to free maternity treatment during pregnancy as well as postnatal care after baby is born, and we’ve written extensively on every aspect of what you can expect – from practical advice from experts to the lived experience of other mothers – which you’ll find useful in guiding your choice.

Do you pay at public hospitals?

The Gauteng legislature’s committee on scrutiny of subordinate legislation (CSSL) has approved new regulations for the health-care sector, which kick in from Wednesday July 1. Paying patients at public hospitals will from Wednesday pay an increased service fee for procedures at public hospitals.

Are public hospitals in South Africa free?

Free health care in South Africa currently means that services at public sector clinics and community health centres are free of charge for all people, and public sector hospital services are free for some groups of people. This policy was implemented in different stages since 1994.

Do you pay at a public hospital in South Africa?

Everyone is entitled to free primary health care services at government facilities. This means that clinics are free to all; All women are entitled to free abortion at government facilities.

Do public hospitals charge?

Do you pay for government hospitals in South Africa?

Funding for public healthcare in South Africa currently comes from government spending through taxation and point-of-care spending from those using services. There are plans to implement a National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme to provide more free services for all and improve the quality of public healthcare.