Medical aid benchmark tariffs in Namibia have risen by 4.67%, according to a report published by The Namibian. The increase, which takes effect immediately, applies to the benchmark tariffs used by medical schemes to determine reimbursement rates for healthcare services rendered to members. The 4.67% adjustment reflects changes in the cost of providing medical care across the country, The Namibian reported. The benchmark tariffs serve as a reference point for medical aid funds when calculating payments to healthcare providers, including private hospitals, clinics, and practitioners. The latest revision means that medical schemes will now reimburse services based on the updated tariff structure, potentially influencing out-of-pocket expenses for patients who receive treatment outside their scheme's network or who exceed prescribed limits.