In this Business Talk with Michael Avery interview, Medihelp\u2019s Werner van Deventer discusses why it is important for freelancers and artists to get proper medical aid cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Van Deventer is the Senior Manager for Alternative Product Offerings at Medihelp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He has been with Medihelp for over 22 years, and has spent the majority of this time as a manager in the company\u2019s research and product development division.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Van Deventer is passionate about helping South Africans access high-quality healthcare through affordable and comprehensive medical cover products that meet each client\u2019s unique needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is particularly relevant in South Africa \u2013 where the public health system is under pressure and having access to sufficient healthcare is often dependent on having good medical aid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this Business Talk interview, Van Deventer discusses the challenges South African freelancers and artists face in accessing high-quality healthcare \u2013 particularly when compared to other professionals who often\/ in some instances enjoy employee-provided benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Van Deventer then unpacks the risks and consequences for freelancers and artists who don\u2019t have medical aid, as well as the benefits of medical cover for these individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He discusses the options available to freelancers and artists who may be concerned about the affordability of medical aid products, too, including the specific plans and products Medihelp offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Van Deventer also reveals the strategies and tools that Medihelp provides to help freelancers keep their medical aid coverage during lean financial periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He concludes the interview by outlining the first steps that freelancers and artists must take to secure their health and financial future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Watch the full interview with Werner van Deventer, below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n