Health services: Payment & consultations
Payment
All consultations with nurse will be charged at R 25.00.
Consultations with a medical practitioner are charged at medical aid rates (BHF).
Students receiving a financial aid package from UCT do not pay to see a medical practitioner when referred by the nurse, but they are still responsible for paying cash for their medication and for certain tests and procedures.
HIV testing, STI medication and basic contraceptives are free of charge.
Consultations
Consultations are strictly by appointment.
All missed doctor's and nurse's appointments are charged for if not cancelled at least 12 hours beforehand.
Emergencies will be assessed by a practitioner and referred appropriately.