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Government Employees Medical Scheme

@gemsmedicalaid

GEMS was registered specifically to meet the healthcare needs of Government Employees. We offer excellent healthcare benefit options.

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Access to health care services is a basic human right guaranteed by the Constitution. This Human Rights Day, GEMS reaffirms its mission to provide all members with equitable access to affordable and comprehensive healthcare, promoting member wellbeing. We will continue to put

Access to health care services is a basic human right guaranteed by the Constitution. This Human Rights Day, GEMS reaffirms its mission to provide all members with equitable access to affordable and comprehensive healthcare, promoting member wellbeing.

We will continue to put
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Your Healthcare in Your Pocket. Download the GEMS Member App! Managing your healthcare has never been easier. The GEMS Member App allows you to submit claims, track benefit usage, access your digital membership card, manage your dependants and update your personal details in

Your Healthcare in Your Pocket. Download the GEMS Member App!

Managing your healthcare has never been easier. The GEMS Member App allows you to submit claims, track benefit usage, access your digital membership card, manage your dependants and update your personal details in
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Visit the GEMS website for a world of information about GEMS. From getting quotes on your product options, GEMS preventative screening benefits, wellness programmes, formulary lists, GEMS news and much more. Everything you need is available online 24 hours a day. No need to

Visit the GEMS website for a world of information about GEMS. From getting quotes on your product options, GEMS preventative screening benefits, wellness programmes, formulary lists, GEMS news and much more.

Everything you need is available online 24 hours a day. No need to
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Let’s take this opportunity to educate, advocate, and break down barriers to make the world a more inclusive place for all. GEMS is committed to ensuring that individuals with autism have access to the care, resources, and support they need to thrive. Visit

Let’s take this opportunity to educate, advocate, and break down barriers to make the world a more inclusive place for all. 

GEMS is committed to ensuring that individuals with autism have access to the care, resources, and support they need to thrive. Visit
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Conveniently access the information you need whenever you need it. The GEMS Member Portal allows you to check claims, view benefit balances, update personal details, and manage your dependants information. Your information is available in one secure platform designed to make

Conveniently access the information you need whenever you need it. The GEMS Member Portal allows you to check claims, view benefit balances, update personal details, and manage your dependants information. Your information is available in one secure platform designed to make
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Did you know? If you resign as a public service employee, your GEMS membership is terminated immediately. If you or your healthcare provider claim for services rendered after you have resigned, you will be held liable for the relevant medical costs. Email us on

Did you know?

If you resign as a public service employee, your GEMS membership is terminated immediately. If you or your healthcare provider claim for services rendered after you have resigned, you will be held liable for the relevant medical costs. 

Email us on
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Did you know that 80% of heart diseases that happen before the age of 65 years can be prevented by eating well, keeping active, and not smoking? According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, high blood pressure is known as a 'silent killer' because there are rarely any warning

Did you know that 80% of heart diseases that happen before the age of 65 years can be prevented by eating well, keeping active, and not smoking?

According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, high blood pressure is known as a 'silent killer' because there are rarely any warning
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Remember to let us know that you are resigning from public service. Resignation from the scheme must be in writing because a notice period is applicable. It is important to note that the subsidy you previously received would no longer be applicable following your resignation from

Remember to let us know that you are resigning from public service. Resignation from the scheme must be in writing because a notice period is applicable. It is important to note that the subsidy you previously received would no longer be applicable following your resignation from
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Good News, the GEMS Call Centre number is now Toll-Free! This means you can now call GEMS on 0800 00 4367 (GEMS), completely free of charge from any phone in South Africa, ensuring you get the support you need without worrying about the hefty costs. We look forward to hearing

Good News, the GEMS Call Centre number is now Toll-Free!

This means you can now call GEMS on 0800 00 4367 (GEMS), completely free of charge from any phone in South Africa, ensuring you get the support you need without worrying about the hefty costs. 

We look forward to hearing
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No data? No problem. The GEMS USSD service gives you instant access to your medical aid information from any mobile phone. Simply dial *134*20018# to check your benefits, track claims, and manage your medical aid. This service is quick, easy, and does not require an internet

No data? No problem. The GEMS USSD service gives you instant access to your medical aid information from any mobile phone. Simply dial *134*20018# to check your benefits, track claims, and manage your medical aid. This service is quick, easy, and does not require an internet
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Join us for the upcoming virtual #GEMSDay event on Thursday, 24 April 2025, from 09:00 to 12:00. Our health experts will be providing valuable information regarding how to live a healthy lifestyle as we observe Health Awareness Month. Other discussions will include, STI

Join us for the upcoming virtual #GEMSDay event on Thursday, 24 April 2025, from 09:00 to 12:00. Our health experts will be providing valuable information regarding how to live a healthy lifestyle as we observe Health Awareness Month. Other discussions will include, STI
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In case you missed it. Catch the GEMS Principal Officer Dr Stan Moloabi’s interview on Yilungelo Lakho where he discussed medical aid fraud. He was joined by Dr Toko Potelwa Council for Medical Scheme’s Executive for Member Protection. Click on the link to watch the

In case you missed it. 

Catch the GEMS Principal Officer Dr Stan Moloabi’s interview on Yilungelo Lakho where he discussed medical aid fraud. He was joined by Dr Toko Potelwa Council for Medical Scheme’s Executive for Member Protection. 

Click on the link to watch the
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GEMS celebrates its 20th anniversary this year! Here is to another 20 years of providing all our members with equitable access to affordable and comprehensive healthcare. #GEMS20Years #Anniversary #GEMS20

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Your tax certificate is now available. Download your 2025 Tax Certificate on the GEMS Member App, Member Portal or on USSD by dialing *134*20018#. Visit gems.gov.za for more information.

Your tax certificate is now available.

Download your 2025 Tax Certificate on the GEMS Member App, Member Portal or on USSD by dialing *134*20018#.

Visit gems.gov.za for more information.
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The voting phase of the 2025 GEMS Board of Trustees Elections is now open. Members who wish to vote can choose one of the following voting methods: · Postal ballot · E-vote via web and USSD · By visiting a GEMS Walk-In Centre to hand in completed ballot papers. GEMS has

The voting phase of the 2025 GEMS Board of Trustees Elections is now open. Members who wish to vote can choose one of the following voting methods:

· Postal ballot
· E-vote via web and USSD
· By visiting a GEMS Walk-In Centre to hand in completed ballot papers.

GEMS has
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GEMS members are invited to the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will take place virtually via Zoom on Thursday, 31 July 2025, from 15:00. The 2025 AGM pack with the AGM notice, agenda and proxy form is available online. It is important to note that your proxy form must

GEMS members are invited to the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will take place virtually via Zoom on Thursday, 31 July 2025, from 15:00.

The 2025 AGM pack with the AGM notice, agenda and proxy form is available online. It is important to note that your proxy form must
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Welcome to The Health Club powered by GEMS — your new weekly guide to everything health-related. Do you know the difference between medical aid and medical insurance? On episode two, we break down what these terms actually mean - and why understanding your cover could save you