I have been diagnosed with stage 2 qualifying cancer* for the first time, but have decided not to go for further treatment and therefore do not need to register on my medical scheme’s oncology treatment programme. Do I still qualify for the R30 000 lump sum cancer benefit?

No, to qualify for the benefit you must be diagnosed with stage 2 qualifying cancer for the first time AND you must be registered on your medical scheme’s oncology programme.

*Excludes skin cancer.

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