BANKMED Frail Care Benefit | Professional Home-Based Frail Care Services

Claim Your Bankmed Frail Care Benefit with CareChamp

If you or a loved one requires professional frail care at home, CareChamp can help you access quality care through the Bankmed Frail Care Benefit. Our experienced caregivers provide compassionate, personalised support that enables members to remain comfortable and independent in their own homes.

Bankmed offers a Frail Care Benefit on selected medical aid plans to assist members who require ongoing nursing and caregiving support due to age-related conditions, chronic illness, disability, or reduced mobility.

Bankmed Frail Care Benefit Rates

Bankmed members may qualify for the following frail care benefits:

  • Bankmed Comprehensive Plan: Up to R600 per day; every day. CareChamp covers 8 hours of consecutive care within this rate.

  • Bankmed Plus Plan: Up to R600 per day; every day

  • Bankmed Traditional Plan: Up to R575 per day; every day

Benefit availability and approval are subject to Bankmed's rules, clinical criteria, and authorisation requirements.

 

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What Is the Bankmed Frail Care Benefit?

The Bankmed Frail Care Benefit is designed to provide funding towards home-based frail care services for members who meet the required clinical criteria. This benefit helps eligible members receive professional care in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, reducing the need for institutional care where appropriate.

Frail care services may assist members who:

  • Are elderly and require daily assistance

  • Have limited mobility

  • Are recovering from illness, surgery, or injury

  • Require ongoing supervision and support

  • Need assistance with activities of daily living

  • Live with chronic or progressive medical conditions

Home-Based Frail Care Services Through CareChamp

CareChamp provides professional home care services tailored to each patient's needs. Our caregivers can assist with:

Personal Care Assistance

  • Bathing and grooming

  • Dressing and hygiene support

  • Toileting assistance

  • Mobility and transfer assistance

Daily Living Support

  • Meal preparation and feeding assistance

  • Medication reminders

  • Companionship and emotional support

  • Light household assistance related to patient care

Monitoring and Observation

  • General wellbeing monitoring

  • Reporting changes in condition

  • Communication with family members

  • Support in maintaining independence and quality of life

Annual Authorisation Requirements

New authorisations must be received yearly.

Bankmed requires annual review and renewal of frail care authorisations. To ensure uninterrupted care, members should begin the re-authorisation process before their current approval expires.

CareChamp can assist families by providing guidance throughout the authorisation process and ensuring that the necessary documentation is submitted timeously.

Why Choose CareChamp?

Experienced Care Professionals

Our trained caregivers deliver compassionate, patient-centred care that prioritises dignity, comfort, and safety.

Care in the Comfort of Home

Receive professional frail care services without leaving the familiar surroundings of home.

Assistance with Medical Aid Processes

We help families understand Bankmed benefit requirements and navigate the authorisation process.

Personalised Care Plans

Every client receives a customised care solution based on their individual needs and circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bankmed cover frail care at home?

Bankmed provides a Frail Care Benefit on qualifying plans for members who meet the clinical criteria and receive the necessary authorisation.

How much does Bankmed pay for frail care?

The Comprehensive and Plus Plans provide up to R600 per day, while the Traditional Plan provides up to R575 per day, subject to benefit rules and authorisation.

Do I need authorisation from Bankmed?

Yes. Frail care services require authorisation, and new authorisations must be obtained annually.

Can CareChamp help with the authorisation process?

Yes. Our team can guide members and families through the process and assist with the required information and documentation.

Contact CareChamp for Bankmed Frail Care Services

If you are looking for trusted home-based frail care funded through your Bankmed medical aid benefits, CareChamp is here to help.

Contact us today to discuss your care requirements, verify benefit eligibility, and learn more about our professional frail care services.