Benefit Checker 2026
Dental treatment in hospital
on Discovery Health Priority Classic
Your Co-payment
Understanding this Cost
Good news! On the Priority Classic, Dental treatment in hospital is fully covered. This means you won't have to pay any upfront fees if you use a provider in the scheme's network. Make sure to obtain pre-authorization to secure this benefit.
Co-payment
A fixed amount you must pay upfront for a medical service. The scheme pays the rest.
PMB (Prescribed Minimum Benefit)
A set of conditions that medical schemes must cover in full by law, provided you use a Designated Service Provider (DSP).
Network Hospital
A hospital that has an agreement with Discovery Health to charge an agreed rate. Using a non-network hospital may result in a higher co-payment.
PMB Status
This procedure is not typically covered as a PMB, meaning standard scheme rules and co-payments apply.
Administrative Timeline
See your Doctor
Consult your GP or Specialist to confirm the need for the procedure.
Get a Quote
Ask for a detailed quote. Check if it falls within the 200% Discovery Health Rate covered by Priority Classic.
Pre-authorize
Submit your quote to Discovery Health. Mention you are on the Priority Classic plan.
Admission
Ensure you choose a hospital from: Any private hospital approved by the Scheme to avoid co-payments.
Important Notes
Members 13 years and older: pay upfront R1,590, Members under 13 years: pay upfront R1,550. We cover the rest of the hospital dental surgery fees for other (a defined list applies). We pay up to 100% of the DHR on the Classic Priority Plan
Frequently Asked Questions
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