National HealthCare Group delivers affordable and reliable private, primary healthcare services in the South African healthcare industry where it has made its mark with a series of ground-breaking primary healthcare solutions introduced to the low-cost segment of the healthcare market. An extensive doctor network, well situated throughout South Africa, and a hands-on business philosophy has allowed the group to develop an intimate understanding of the needs of the low-cost market. National HealthCare is accredited as an Administrator and Managed Care Organisation and provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services including provider network management, managed care and administration services to more than 140 000 beneficiaries. In recent years the company has experienced an evolution in its business model, in that it has matured from a primary care management model to a more sophisticated full risk transfer model.