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Bruce B

1 reviews | Active since Nov 2016

02 Dec 2025, 09:20

Classic Comprehensive? More like Classic "Good Luck on Your Own."

Yesterday, I rushed my daughter to casualty. After a stressful 6 hours, we were prevented from leaving until we settled the bill privately because Discovery rejected the claim. The reason? "Exhausted above threshold benefits."

Let that sink in. I am on Classic Comprehensive—one of the most expensive plans available. Yet, when I actually need to use the medical aid for a sick child in an emergency, the "benefit" doesn't exist.

Discovery, you seem to have lost the plot. You are excellent at marketing free watches and forcing healthy lifestyle targets, but you are failing at the one thing you actually exist to do: cover medical expenses.

I don't need a gym partner; I need a medical aid. When I pay top-tier premiums, I expect not to be treated like an uninsured patient the moment my family needs help. "Comprehensive" is clearly just a marketing term, not a promise of cover.

Disgraceful service and zero value for money.

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Replies (2)
Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply02 Dec 2025, 10:28
Official
Dear Bruce B

We’ve noted your concerns and we’re investigating the matter. We’ll contact you with feedback as soon as possible. 

Regards 
Discovery Health Servicing Team
Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply04 Dec 2025, 11:53
Official
Dear Bruce B

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

Regards
Discovery Health Servicing Team