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1 reviews | Active since Jun 2015

26 Feb 2018, 16:40

Chronic medication declined - changing reasons

I was diagnosed and hospitalized for major depressive disorder in January. I app**** to have my long term medication covered under the chronic medication benefit.

At first they declined and mentioned that my medication is not covered. I got a motivation letter from my doctor stating why she prescribed one medication over the usual. They responded to say that my disorder does not have psychotic symptoms so they cannot cover it.

I was not told that I first have to hallucinate for Discovery to cover my chronic medication.

Does the health ombudsman deal with such cases?

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Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply27 Feb 2018, 08:32
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Dear gorodo

We received your message and we’re looking into the matter.

Regards
Discovery Health Servicing Team

Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply28 Feb 2018, 14:39
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Dear gorodo

We have been in touch with you to answer your comments.

Regards
Discovery Health Servicing Team