Bonitas: BonCore
Monthly Contributions
Max 3 children billed.
Hospital Cover
On this option you can avoid a R14 680 co-payment by using a hospital on the applicable network. R5 500 co-payment per admission, except for motor vehicle accidents, maternity confinements and PMB emergency treatment.
Chronic Cover
Maternity
Plan highlights
- Unlimited virtual GP consultations
- 3 GP consultations per beneficiary
- Unlimited hospital cover at a network hospital
- Pay for a maximum of 3 children
- Cover for 28 chronic conditions
Who is BonCore for?
- Members happy to use a defined network of GPs and hospitals in exchange for lower premiums
- People prioritising affordable monthly contributions over freedom of choice
- Budget-conscious members looking for entry-level cover
This is general guidance. Use our free calculator to see whether this plan matches your specific needs and budget.
What's covered
- Unlimited hospital cover at restrictive network
- 28 chronic conditions (27 PMB + 1 additional)
- All Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMB) — required by South African law
What to watch out for
- Planned admissions at hospitals outside the network — co-payments apply
- Cosmetic procedures, alternative therapies and certain elective treatments
- Out-of-hospital costs above your annual day-to-day limit (where applicable)
Compare with similar Bonitas plans
BonStart
BonStart Plus
BonEssential Select
Frequently asked questions
Source: Bonitas BonCore 2026 Brochure — accessed 2026-04-28.
All benefits and limits are per calendar year, unless otherwise stated.
Managed Care protocols apply.
All benefits are approved by the Council for Medical Schemes.
PMB = Prescribed Minimum Benefits. DSP = Designated Service Provider.
Pricing and benefits sourced from official 2026 Bonitas brochures. Final premiums confirmed by Bonitas at application.