BeneFit PLUS Telmed

Telmed – the telemedicine model

Telemedicine brings medical assistance directly to your home: you can reach the Telemedicine Centre around the clock on 0800 800 090. Save significantly on health insurance premiums with Telmed, our alternative insurance model.

Advantages of telemedicine

  • Always there – free of charge

    Medi24, the Swiss Telemedicine Centre is on hand around the clock for all your needs – for free and binding advice by phone or by video.

  • Fast access

    They assess your symptoms instantly, no appointment necessary. If necessary, telemedicine will refer you to the right doctor or hospital, saving time and unnecessary faff.

  • Safe and discreet

    The telemedicine team covers all indications. Quick peace of mind with one phone call – simple and discreet.

  • Quick assistance at a pharmacy

    Earache? Rash? Our partner pharmacies offer quick help free of charge – no appointment necessary.

  • Generous premium discount

    With Telmed, you save significantly on premiums while retaining full cover. Your discount has already been deducted in the premium calculator.

How Telmed works

  • 1. Call the Telemed hotline

    Do you have a medical problem? Call the Medi24 Telemedicine Centre free of charge: 0800 800 090. The team speaks English, German, French and Italian.

  • 2. Determine treatment path

    Our specialists will advise you and guide you every step of the way. If necessary, they will refer you directly to a specialist, practice or hospital.

     

    Exceptions: for pregnancy concerns, gynaecological check-ups, dental treatments and glasses adjustments, go straight to a specialist. The same applies in an emergency.

  • 3. Report every referral

    Does the person treating you refer you? Are there follow-up appointments? Notify the Telemedicine Centre – for seamless care.

  • 4. React immediately in an emergency

    In an emergency, contact an emergency service straight away. Then inform the Telemedicine Centre. This also applies for emergency treatment abroad.

Important

Follow the guidelines. Otherwise, we will transfer you to the standard BASIS model. You will then lose your premium discount.

Benefits of basic insurance

This is what basic insurance in Switzerland covers – no matter which model you choose.

Frequently asked questions about Telmed

All individuals whose place of residence is Switzerland.

The Telemedicine Centre will suggest suitable doctors’ offices in your area. You choose. If you already have a GP practice, telemedicine will refer you to your general practitioner.

Yes. For certain illnesses, you will receive a medical certificate directly from Telmed. Medi24 telemedicine can also issue you prescriptions. The telemedicine specialist will discuss this with you in the specific case.

  • Call our Emergency Call Centre directly: +41 58 340 16 11
  • Show your European Health Insurance Card within the EU/EFTA/UK. You will then be entitled to medical benefits.
  • Report emergency treatment to the Medi24 Telemedicine Centre immediately or upon return to Switzerland.
  • Do you need follow-up treatment in Switzerland? Talk to Medi24 to coordinate the next steps in Switzerland.

 

Please note that if you have any questions about the payment of costs abroad, you should call our Customer  Service: 0844 80 81 82. Medi24 cannot provide any information in this regard.

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Our models

See the difference between our five basic insurance policies at a glance – and find out which model is right for you.

  • BeneFit PLUS General Practitioner

    General practitioner model

    • Access to a GP practice of verified quality
    • One contact for all health-related issues
    • Generous premium discount
    • For those who value personal contact
    Discover advantages

  • Current product

    BeneFit PLUS Telmed

    Telmed – telemedicine model

    • 24/7 binding advice by phone and video
    • Fast assistance at partner pharmacies – free of charge
    • Generous premium discount
    • For those simply looking for round-the-clock advice

  • BeneFit PLUS Flexmed

    Combine general practitioner, telemedicine and pharmacy

    • Get an expert assessment directly in the app
    • Mix and match general practitioner, telemedicine and pharmacy
    • Generous premium discount
    • For those who value a digital and flexible service
    Discover advantages

  • PREMED-24

    Medical advice over the phone first

    • 24/7 medical advice as a first step
    • Fast assistance at partner pharmacies – free of charge
    • Attractive premium discount
    • For those looking for advice but who want to remain independent
    Discover advantages

  • BASIS

    Free choice of doctor

    • Free choice of doctor for every treatment
    • Standard model without restrictions
    • Optional medical advice by phone
    • For those who want to remain independent
    Discover advantages

Well insured in every situation

Supplement your basic insurance with supplementary insurance tailored to your needs.

  • COMPLETA

    Comprehensive everyday and travel cover

    • CHF 300 for glasses and contact lenses
    • CHF 200 towards gym membership
    • Vaccinations, complementary medicine and coverage abroad
  • PRIMEO

    Exclusive treatments

    • Free choice of doctor and private comfort as an outpatient
    • Innovative diagnostic and treatment methods
    • Generous benefits for medical check­ups
  • HOSPITAL ECO

    More freedom during hospital stay

    • Free choice of hospital throughout Switzerland, general ward
    • Contributions towards convalescent treatments and household help
    • Childcare service if you have to go into hospital
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