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Tamzin P

1 reviews | Active since May 2018

25 Jun 2024, 23:13

Contravention of POPIA act and charging me for service that Bonitas should have covered

I was admitted to the hospital at the beginning of May 2024 and almost two months later, I received a letter from PathCare indicating that I need to pay at least 10% of my hospital bill and one of the line items that I am being charged for is my previous medical aid (that has nothing to do with my recent hospital admission. You need to elaborate why my previous medical aid is a line item that is being charged and why I am being charged at all).

I have informed PathCare to send the statement to you, which should have been done two months ago and resolved and paid up. Unfortunately, your lackluster attitude and service has resorted to me rating you a one-star...again. Since my other complaint is being politely ignored.

In addition, one of your consultants have been in contravention of the POPIA act, which I take seriously and I am sure that the Ombudsman would too. Bonitas emailed me "confirmation of my conversation" between myself and one of your consultants. I did not and have never had a conversation with your consultants via the app. I have tried in the past but your app has failed me numerous times. The confirmation letter has my personal details but the conversation was with one of your other clients. Their name is indicated in the confirmation of conversation and what they are requesting.

I suggest that you treat this with the urgency that it requires.

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Replies (6)
Bonitas Medical Fund
Bonitas Medical Fund's reply25 Jun 2024, 23:21
Official
 Hello Tamzin P

Thank you for notifying us of your complaint. We are so sorry to hear about this, we are glad that you brought this to our attention to resolve. 
 
Our Office hours are 08:00 - 16:00 Monday – Friday. Closed on weekends and public holidays
     
Your enquiry will be attended during office hours. 
 
Kind Regards
  
Bonitas Team 
Bonitas Medical Fund
Bonitas Medical Fund's reply26 Jun 2024, 08:56
Official
Hello Tamzin P 

Thank you for notifying us of your complaint. We are so sorry to hear about this, we are glad that you brought this to our attention to resolve. 
 
We will investigate this matter. 
 
We appreciate your patience while we are resolving this query for you. 
 
Kind Regards 

Bonitas Team 
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Tamzin P's update08 Jul 2024, 15:07
Reviewer Update
When am I going to receive feedback regarding this complaint? I have received threatening emails from PathCare and Vincent Pallotti to make payment that should have been covered by my medical aid.
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Tamzin P's update21 Aug 2024, 11:59
Reviewer Update
Hi, it has been two months and I still have not received a response from Bonitas regarding my complaint.
Bonitas Medical Fund
Bonitas Medical Fund's reply23 Aug 2024, 09:21
Official
Hello Tamzin P
 
Thank you for submitting a comment to us through Hellopeter.
 
According to the email communication, we hereby confirm that your concern has been addressed and this matter has been resolved.
 
As Bonitas we strive to give the best customer service to our clients and appreciate it when you bring your concern to our attention when we have failed to deliver this service.
 
We apologise for any inconvenience caused to you.
 
Regards
 
Bonitas Team
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Tamzin P's update14 Sept 2024, 10:55
Reviewer Update
Hi

I have been receiving threatening emails from Life Vincent Pallotti that I have an outstanding amount owed to them. A total of R1 166.47.

I was unemployed and have explained that to them. I have requested twice for this outstanding payment to be sent to you.

Please settle this amount with Life Vincent Pallotti.