MK
Mmasello K

1 reviews | Active since Feb 2013

29 Sept 2017, 10:48

No Communication!!

The medical aid claims I have an overdue amount on my old medical aid (Classic Plan) I was never made aware of this telephonically or via email (although they claim they made contact with me which is not true) they did post a letter to me dates April 2017, and I only recieved the letter in August 2017 (the Post office is not really the best option) upon receiving the letter, I did not dispute their claims and went on to pay the amount stipulated on the letter. 2 days later I recieved a call from an external debt collection company telling me that my account was handed over. Given the fact I had paid Disovery according to my knowledge and the fact that we can't trust any call centers these days I was not willing discuss any personal details with them and instead called Discovery directly to enquire about this. During the phone call, I was advised that I had paid in the full outstanding amount, and did not need to pay any external company an amount. I even requested to be sent some documentation staying this which was then sent to my email. About 2 weeks later, I got an SMS from the same company stating I owe them and the account is accruing interest. I again called Discovey with out any help, and again lodged my query via email with no response until I sent another follow up email. Only then was I informed that my account was handed over and I needed to pay the admin fees for the external company!

Now I am very angry because despite my attempts to call and find out I was advised I don't owe any further amount! And I reckon it's misleading to me that all of a sudden I need to pay more money; and had I been told sooner about this- I was not gonna be charged any further interest on that amount! Some one needs to assist me m!!

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Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply29 Sept 2017, 11:36
Official

Dear Spumki01

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 reply03 Oct 2017, 13:46
Official

Dear Spumki01

We have tried contacting you to assist with your query, however we were unable to reach you. We have sent you an email with further information.

Regards
Discovery Health Servicing Team