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  1. Focus on specialised scans, including MRI, CT, MRCP and PET scans 2026

    MRI and CT scans, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), whole body radioisotope and PET scans are subject to pre-authorisation. Even if you have authorisation for an in-hospital admission, a separate pre-authorisation will be requi...
  2. Obtaining authorisation for Major Medical Benefits 2026

    You need to obtain pre-authorisation from Momentum Medical Scheme for:  Hospitalisation  Day hospital admissions  Specialised procedures/treatment  MRI, CT, Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), whole body radioisotope and PET...
  3. Focus on the Africa Benefit 2026

    Momentum Medical Scheme provides cover for members on the Custom, Incentive, Extender and Summit Options, who work in sub-Saharan Africa, for certain benefits. Benefits are subject to the Scheme Rules and clinical protocols.   Benefits Co...
  4. Focus on the Maternity Programme 2026

    Description Momentum Medical Scheme’s comprehensive maternity programme is aimed at providing members with the support and quality care they need during their pregnancy and after delivery. The focused, quality care benefits include antenata...
  5. How to read your claims statement 2026

    Summary claims statement Understanding your Momentum Medical Scheme claims statement Please follow the numbering shown in the image above. Notes to understanding the Summary claims statement  The details of your chosen benefit opti...
  6. Focus on Ulcerative Colitis 2026

    Description Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A chronic disease of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, on the inner lining of the large intestine. Crohn's disease and m...
  7. Focus on the Doula Benefit 2026

    What is a doula? A doula provides non-clinical support and care to a woman (and her partner) during childbirth and the postpartum (after delivery) period. What are the criteria for using the benefit? There are three criteria that need to be...
  8. Focus on Coronary Artery Disease 2026

    Description Heart disease is a result of plaque build-up in your coronary arteries, a condition called atherosclerosis, that leads to blockages. The arteries, which start out smooth and elastic, become narrow and rigid, restricting blood fl...
  9. Focus on Crohn's disease 2026

    Description Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It causes inflammation of the lining of your digestive tract, which can lead to abdominal pain, severe diarrhoea, fatigue, weight loss and malnutrition. Inflammation caused...
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