Open Scheme Scale Bestmed is one of the top four open medical schemes in South Africa and operates as the largest self-administered medical aid scheme. Sales opportunities exist in expanding provider networks, enhancing admin services, and offering cost-containment solutions to maintain Rand-for-Rand value for members.

Cost containment The scheme emphasizes driving down costs and containing increases in member contributions. Opportunities exist to propose efficiency tools, digital health platforms, and analytics services that reduce claims costs and optimize member benefits.

Tech Enabled Utilizes a broad tech stack including AWS, Azure, Sitecore, Zendesk, and ServiceNow. Potential for selling integrated IT/UX services, modernization projects, customer support optimization, and data analytics to further streamline operations.

Growth & Programs Recent initiatives include Best Bucks supplementary benefits and ongoing internship programs, indicating a focus on member value and talent development. Potential to pitch digital health perks, patient engagement campaigns, and workforce upskilling partnerships.

Awards & Partnerships Awarded News24 Medical Scheme of the Year 2024 and has cross-industry partnerships (e.g., Regis Holdings). Opportunities exist to collaborate on care programs, international or aged-care medication management, and expanded care networks that leverage trackable outcomes.