Chronic Care Management: Taking Charge of Your Health
Mon, 28 Apr 2025
Why is Chronic Care Management Important?
Chronic diseases require long-term
attention and proactive care. Without proper management, conditions like
diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to serious complications such as
kidney disease, stroke, or heart failure. Effective chronic care management
helps:
- Reduce hospital visits and medical costs
- Improve overall well-being and energy levels
- Prevent complications through early intervention
- Provide peace of mind through structured, continuous care
How Can You Improve Your Health?
Managing a chronic condition is a daily
commitment, but small changes can make a big difference. Here’s how you can
take control of your health:
- Follow Your Treatment Plan – Take
prescribed medications as directed and attend regular check-ups with your
healthcare provider.
- Adopt a Healthy Diet – Focus on
whole, nutrient-dense foods that support your condition. Reducing sugar
and processed foods is particularly important for conditions like
diabetes.
- Stay Active – Engage in regular
physical activity suited to your fitness level. Exercise can help control
blood sugar levels, improve circulation, and boost overall health.
- Monitor Your Health – Keep track of
key health indicators such as blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and
weight to catch potential issues early.
- Utilise Support Programs – Take
advantage of Nammed’s specialised programs designed to help you manage
your condition effectively.
Specialised Programs to Support Your
Health
Nammed is proud to offer tailored programs
to support members with chronic conditions:
BRM Program: As
a valued member, you have access to our Health Support Programme, which
includes a dedicated care manager to assist you. You will receive a call from
our Care Manager, who will provide further details. Please note that the call
will come from a South African number (+27), and the caller will identify
themselves as a Nammed Care agent and ask to do a health survey with you. This is a legitimate call, not a scam or
phishing attempt. If you have any concerns, you are welcome to contact us directly
at 0800 333 333 for Namibian residents and for South African Residents 0860 106
155
What
can a care manager do for me?
· Provide advice and information
about your specific healthcare needs, including chronic conditions, back and
neck injuries, and depression.
· Recommend screening tests to help
your doctor tailor your treatment.
· Offer practical advice to improve
your quality of life.
· Assist with obtaining
authorization for healthcare services covered by Nammed Medical Aid Fund.
· Discuss preventative care options
to maintain your health.
· Ensure your doctor is informed
about your individual healthcare needs.
FIRE for Life: Designed for members with type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance,
this program focuses on reversing insulin resistance through lifestyle
interventions. Symptoms of insulin resistance include:
·
Hormonal imbalances
·
High blood pressure
·
Brain fog
·
Fatty liver disease
With guided support, members can work
towards
·
Reducing medication dependency
for cardiovascular disease and diabetes
·
Improving their overall
metabolic health
·
Losing weight sustainably
·
Reducing cravings and balance
blood sugar
·
Boost your energy and feel your
best
Take Control of Your Health Today
Chronic care management is a partnership
between you, your healthcare provider, and your medical aid fund. By making
informed choices and utilising Nammed’s support programs, you can take charge
of your health and enjoy a better quality of life.
If you or a loved one has a chronic
condition, explore our BRM and FIRE for Life programs today. Your health
is worth it!
Side Pannel
Medical Aid Options
Nammed
Basic
The Basic option provides reasonably-priced, primary healthcare services to the lower-income group. (Maximum monthly salary may not exceed N$17 000).
N$795
Overall Annual
Benefit of
Unlimited (State Facility)
Nammed
Trauma
The Trauma option offers comprehensive benefits for major medical expenses normally associated with hospitalisation. Ideal for members wishing to cover hospital costs only.
N$1892
Overall Annual
Benefit of
N$3 150 000.00
Nammed
Active
The Active option offers benefits associated with hospitalisation and day-to-day medical expenses. This option will cater for young, single people and smaller, healthy families.
N$1939
Overall Annual
Benefit of
N$1 575 000.00
Nammed
Essential
The Essential option is generally suited for the healthier person or family between 36 and 55, who seeks greater benefits than the Active option without needing as much as the Standard option offers.
N$3299
Overall Annual
Benefit of
N$2 310 000.00
Nammed
Standard
The Standard option offers benefits associated with hospitalisation and day-to-day medical expenses. This option is well-suited for the middle-to-higher-income earners who wish to enjoy peace of mind.
N$3794
Overall Annual
Benefit of
Unlimited
Nammed
Comprehensive
The Comprehensive option offers benefits associated with hospitalisation and day-to-day medical expenses. Ideal for members wishing to cover their medical costs to the greatest extent possible or whose health risks may be perceived as high.
N$4801
Overall Annual
Benefit of
Unlimited
Life Stages
18-25
Starters
- Beginning Employment.
- Low - Medium Income,
- Low Health needs,
- For unexpected medical needs.
26-35
Nest Builders
- Seek value rather than cheapest option.
- Need cover for expected medical needs for the young family..
36-55
Mid-Lifers
- Middle to High income levels,
- Medical Aid is a routine monthly expense,
- stable health needs,
56-60
Grey Foxes
- Moving towards retirement,
- Health risks and prevalence of chronic diseases increasing,
61+
Wise Owls
- Members approaching or in retirement,
- Increased prevelance of chronic diseases,
- Greater importance of extent of cover for major medical events like knee & hip replacements.