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1 reviews | Active since Jun 2013

28 Jul 2025, 19:31

Do not use them!!! Stay away

My surgery is scheduled for 30 July, and yet a day before this procedure, I am still being forced to fight for authorisation due to inconsistent and unreasonable decisions from your side.

It is beyond frustrating and deeply concerning that Bestmed declines and approves procedures at random, with no real regard for medical necessity or the wellbeing of your members. I have followed every required step and provided all documentation, yet your team continues to delay and obstruct access to care that is both urgent and clinically justified.

This is completely unacceptable, especially considering the time-sensitive nature of surgery. Bestmed’s actions are jeopardising my health and adding unnecessary emotional distress at a time when I should be preparing for recovery, not wasting energy fighting for what I’m entitled to as a paying member.

I demand immediate and clear feedback on the status of my authorisation, and I expect this matter to be resolved without further delay. I also insist on a written explanation of why this process has been so mishandled.

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Bestmed Medical Scheme
Bestmed Medical Scheme's reply30 Jul 2025, 11:50
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Dear Anonymous 

Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologise for the frustration and distress caused by the delays in your authorisation process, especially given the urgency of your scheduled surgery. 

Please be assured that all authorisation requests follow a defined turnaround time and are reviewed by our Clinical Team in line with scheme rules and clinical funding protocols. If additional clinical information is required to support the request, this can unfortunately lead to delays, which we understand can be very upsetting, particularly in time-sensitive cases. 

We can now confirm that the authorisation has been granted. You should have received confirmation directly, but if not, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for the full details. 

We truly regret any inconvenience caused and wish you a smooth procedure and full recovery. Should you require further assistance or clarification, please contact us at ***. 
 
Kind Regards 
GM