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Stacey N

1 reviews | Active since Feb 2021

27 Feb 2021, 10:08

Covid Test not Paid for

I was sick at the end of 2020 and needed to travel so I went for the Covid test. When the claim was first rejected, I phoned their customer service and was informed that I just needed to get the correct code on the Pathology Invoice. Once I resubmitted my claim was rejected again and I was then told (on phoning customer service), that I needed to get a Doctor's referral. It is obvious on their website that they will only pay for up to two tests per year - which is fair I can understand that, but I went on the last day of 2020 (for my first and only test). But it is not clear on their website that you need a referral - never mind that you need to pay R500 for a doctors consultation.

What is even more appalling is that discovery recently made a statement to the media that they had not used all the funds set aside for Covid 19. It is no wonder they made a "profit" as they are unwilling to pay out for a simple Covid test. Absolutely appalling and underhanded.

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Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply01 Mar 2021, 08:36
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Dear Stacey N

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 reply01 Mar 2021, 14:00
Official
Dear Stacey N We have been in touch with you to answer your comments. Regards
Discovery Health Servicing Team