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Heindrich R

1 reviews | Active since Apr 2021

14 Jan 2022, 14:44

Discovery COVID Testing - Unpaid Claim

As per Discovery's website, I went for a COVID Antigen Test at one of the provided locations specified on the website. According to the website, members could access antigen testing at any of the following providers:

- PathCare, when referred by the doctor who screened you - Selected GP practices - Drive-through testing locations (through Next Biosciences)

According to the link provided by Discovery for Next Biosciences (https://nextbio.co.za/nextpath/), the section specific to Discovery Health members specifically states that a doctor’s referral note is not mandatory for Discovery Health Members for antigen testing.

After submitting my claim to Discovery, they are now refusing to pay for the test as they state I required a doctor's referral, which according to their own website and information is incorrect.

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Replies (4)
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Heindrich R's update14 Jan 2022, 14:53
Reviewer Update
https://www.discovery.co.za/corporate/covid-19-rapid-antigen-testing
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Heindrich R's update14 Jan 2022, 14:53
Reviewer Update
https://nextbio.co.za/nextpath/
Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply17 Jan 2022, 07:31
Official
Dear Heindrich D
 
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 reply19 Jan 2022, 15:37
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Dear Heindrich D
 
We have been in touch with you to answer your comments. 
 
Regards 
Discovery Health Servicing Team