Executive Hospital
About this plan
🥇 Best suited for families seeking premium private hospital protection with illness top-up, critical illness and maternity benefits. Not a medical aid.
Principal Member
From
R670
per month
Adult Dependant
From
R670
per month
Child Dependant
From
R670
per month
What's covered
Hospital cover
Savings account
Day-to-day
Chronic cover
Dental
Optical
Maternity
Mental health
Waiting periods
- General
- 3 months
- Pre-existing conditions
- 12 months
Hospital cover details
In-hospital illness benefit of up to R66,000 over a maximum 21-day hospital stay Illness Top-Up benefit of up to R25,000 per insured person per year (maximum two events per family policy per year) Accident and trauma benefit of up to R250,000 per member and R500,000 per family per incident
Executive Hospital
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan (🇿🇦 2026)
Overall, the Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan is a trustworthy and comprehensive medical health plan that offers medical emergency assistance and in-hospital assistance to up to 3 Family Members. The Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan starts from R640 ZAR. Day1 Health has a trust score of 4.4.| 🔎 Medical Health Plan | 🥇 Day1 Health Executive Hospital |
| 🌎 International Cover | None |
| 👤 Main Member Contribution | R640 |
| 👥 Adult Dependent Contribution | R 1 152 (Couple) |
| 🍼 Child Dependent Contribution | Not available on the plan |
| 🔁 Gap Cover | None |
| 📉 Annual Limit | None |
| 🏥 Hospital Cover | Illness Benefit |
| 😷 Screening and Prevention | None |
| 💶 Medical Savings Account | None |
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan - 7 Key Point Quick Overview
- ✅ Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Overview
- ✅ Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Premiums
- ✅ Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Benefits and Cover Comprehensive Breakdown
- ✅ Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Exclusions and Waiting Periods
- ✅ Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan vs Plans Offered by Other Providers
- ✅ Our Verdict on the Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan
- ✅ Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Frequently Asked Questions
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Overview
The Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan is one of 10, starting from R640. The Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan may be a good option for individuals who prioritize extensive in-hospital coverage but can cover their day-to-day medical expenses out of pocket.
Gap Cover is not available on the Day1 Health Executive Comprehensive Plan. However, Day1 Health offers 24/7 medical emergency assistance. According to the Trust Index, Day1 Health has a trust rating of 4.4.
Day1Health has the following health insurance plans to choose from:
✅Day1 Health Day-to-Day Plan
✅Day1 Health Day-to-Day Senior Plan
✅Day1 Health Executive Comprehensive Plan
✅Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan
✅Day1 Health Platinum Comprehensive Plan
✅Day1 Health Platinum Hospital Plan
✅Day1 Health Value Plus Comprehensive Plan
✅Day1 Health Value Plus Comprehensive Senior Plan
✅Day1 Health Value Plus Hospital Plan
✅Day1 Health Value Plus Hospital Senior Plan
Medical Insurance Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Premiums
Health Care that is affordable :
| 🅰️ Family Dynamic | 🅱️ Premium | 🅰️ Family Dynamic | 🅱️ Premium |
| 🟧 Single Member | R640 | 🟧 Couple | R1,152 |
| 🟨 Member + 1 Child | R896 | 🟨 Couple + 1 Child | R1,408 |
| 🟩 Member + 2 Children | R1,152 | 🟩 Couple + 2 Children | R1,664 |
| 🟦 Member + 3 Children | R1,408 | 🟦 Couple + 3 Children | R1,920 |
| 🟪 Member + 4 Children | R1,664 | 🟪 Couple + 4 Children | R2,176 |
Consider adding GAP insurance. Read more about the 5 Best Gap Cover Options for Under R1 000
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Benefits and Cover Comprehensive Breakdown
| 🔴 In-Hospital Illness | Covers up to R10,000 after 24 hours in the hospital, R10,000 for the second day, and R10,000 for the third day. Following that, R2,000 per day for a maximum of 21 days. Maximum benefit for 21 days up to R66,000 |
| 🟠 Illness Top-Up | Limited to R25,000 per insured per year. Limited to a maximum of 2 events per family policy per year. |
| 🟡 Accident/Trauma | Limited to R250,000 per member per incident and R500,000 per family incident. |
| 🟢 Critical Illness Benefit | Limited to R250,000. However, the benefit is limited to R50,000 if the insured person accedes to a short medical examination. |
| 🔵 Accidental Permanent Disability Benefit | Limited to R250,000 for the Principal Member only. Limited to a single event. |
| 🟣 Family Funeral Benefit | The Family Funeral Benefit is as follows: Principal Member – R30,000 Spouse and Child >14 years – R10,000 Children >6 years – R5,000 Children >0 – R2,500 Children >28 weeks – R1,250 |
| 🔴 24-Hour Emergency Services Ambulance and Pre-Authorisation | Africa Assist offers 24-Hour Emergency Services, Medical Assistance, and Pre-Authorization. Guaranteed private hospital admission with a preference for all hospitals operated by Life Healthcare and Mediclinic. |
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Exclusions and Waiting Periods
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Exclusions
Typical exclusions with Day1 Health could include:- ✅ Treatment for pre-existing conditions unless otherwise specified in the policy.
- ✅ Cosmetic or elective procedures, unless medically necessary.
- ✅ Treatment received outside of the designated network of healthcare providers.
- ✅ Experimental or investigational treatments.
- ✅ Fertility treatments or assisted reproductive technologies.
- ✅ Infertility testing or treatment.
- ✅ Weight loss or weight management programs.
- ✅ Substance abuse treatment or counseling.
- ✅ Mental health treatment or counseling.
- ✅ Long-term care or hospice care.
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan Waiting Periods
Day1 Health applies the following waiting periods on the Value Comprehensive Plan:| 🅰️ Benefit | 🅱️ Waiting Period |
| 🟥 In-Hospital Illness | 3 – 12 Months |
| 🟧 Illness Top-up | 3 months |
| 🟨 Accident/Trauma | Immediate Cover Available |
| 🟩 Critical Illness Benefit | 3 months |
| 🟦 Accidental Permanent Disability Benefit | Immediate Cover Available |
| 🟪 Family Funeral Benefit | 3 Months |
| 🟥 24-Hour Emergency Services Ambulance and Pre-Authorisation | Immediate |
Get a better understanding, difference between a Hospital Plan and Medical Aid
Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan vs Plans Offered by Other Providers
| 🔎 Medical Health Plan | 🥇 Day1 Health Executive Hospital | 🥈 Oneplan Health Core Plan | 🥉 Dis-Chem Health MyHealth Core Plan |
| 🌎 International Cover | None | None | None |
| 👤 Main Member Contribution | R610 | R535 | R549 – R580 |
| 👥 Adult Dependent Contribution | R610 – 1,769 | R1070 for a couple | R549 – R580 |
| 🍼 Child Dependent Contribution | Not available on the plan | R935 (Single adult + 1 Child) – R1,445 (Couple + 1 child) | From R375 |
| 🔁 Gap Cover | None | None | None |
| 📉 Annual Limit | None | Limited | Limited |
| 🏥 Hospital Cover | Illness Benefit | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| 😷 Screening and Prevention | None | ✅ Yes | None |
| 💶 Medical Savings Account | None | Unlimited for PMBs | Unlimited for PMBs |
Our Verdict on the Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan
The Day1 Health Executive Hospital Plan is a comprehensive health insurance plan for those requiring extensive in-hospital coverage. It offers higher accident/trauma benefits than other plans, up to R250,000 per event. The plan also provides comprehensive in-hospital illness benefits, covering up to R500,000 annually.
However, it has some drawbacks, such as no cover for day-to-day medical expenses and no GP or specialist visits.
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