COIDA
COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act)
The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (“COIDA”) providers for compensation for disablement and/or injuries caused by injuries or diseases sustained or contracted by employees in the course of their employment, or death resulting from such injuries or diseases.
Significant changes to the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) in South Africa have been activated by President Ramaphosa, with major provisions taking effect from 23 January 2026, 1 February 2026, and 1 April 2026. These amendments shift COIDA from a passive compensation scheme to an active rehabilitation and reintegration framework, introducing stricter penalties for non-compliant employers and broader protection for workers, including domestic workers.
To our Shareholders & Members:
There is a compulsory registration by every practice which employs staff, with COIDA, usually done by the practice accountant (at the same time as they do the VAT and the PAYE) – a statutory liability to register employees with COIDA and pay the monthly fee on their behalf to COIDA.
The above applies whether or not you see or treat injury on duty patients. Remember that you are expected to first stabilize any patient before you refer them.
COIDA Tariff Updates for 2025 / 2026
GOVERNMENT Gazette, No. 52377, 25 March 2025
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE DOCUMENTS
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Medical Tariffs will increase by 6% for the financial year 2025/6
NB: The First Consultation codes are now 0190, 0191 & 0192 – please see above as per the Government Gazette. The fees appearing in the Schedule (see the download) are applicable in respect of services rendered on or after 1 April 2025 & EXCLUDE 15% VAT!
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Medical Service Providers Registration Requirements with the Compensation Fund:
The Compensation Fund requires that any Medical Service Provider who seeks to treat patients in terms of the COIA Act, must register their details including their banking details with the Compensation Fund. They must thereafter register as a user of the online processing system. The steps that are to be followed are detailed on pages 5 & 6, in the above document
CONTACT DETAILS:
Contact Centre: 0800 321 322
E-mail: cfcallcentre@labour.gov.za
Website: www.labour.gov.za//onlineservices
WhatsApp: 0826257132 / SMS: 44967
Facebook: Compensation Fund
COIDA Service Book
Here’s what you need to know if you could claim from the Compensation Fund
COIDA – First Medical Report
Final of Progress Medical Report (Accident)
COIDA: To Treat Or Not To Treat