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Belinda H

1 reviews | Active since Jun 2016

04 May 2026, 14:10

POOR SERVICE AND INCOMPENTENCY

Dear Discovery Health Team,

I am writing to formally lodge a serious complaint regarding the continued incompetence and poor service I have experienced, both personally and in my capacity as a broker.

This matter relates to an ongoing query where I was explicitly assured that the issue had been resolved—specifically, that only three premiums would be deducted from my client’s bank account. Despite this clear undertaking, the situation has not been handled correctly, and the failure to execute such a straightforward instruction is both unacceptable and deeply concerning.

As a broker, I place a great deal of trust in the service standards of the providers I work with. Unfortunately, my recent experience with Discovery Health has been nothing short of horrific. There appears to be a consistent lack of accountability, ineffective communication, and an alarming inability to follow through on commitments made to both brokers and clients.

This level of service not only undermines my professional credibility but also raises a fundamental question: how can clients be expected to have confidence in a medical aid provider that repeatedly fails to get even the basics right?

I expect this matter to be escalated urgently and handled with the seriousness it deserves. A full explanation, immediate corrective action, and confirmation that this will not recur are required without delay.

Please treat this as a matter of priority.

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Replies (3)
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Belinda H's update04 May 2026, 15:14
Reviewer Update
I am escalating this matter with immediate urgency due to the severe and unacceptable consequences arising from your continued service failures.Despite repeated engagements and assurances that the issue would be corrected—specifically that incorrect premiums are being deducted—your systems have continued to process multiple and excessive deductions each month. This ongoing incompetence has directly resulted in my client being financially strained, with insufficient funds in his account due to repeated over-deductions. In addition, other debit orders are being negatively affected, causing further financial harm and bank penalty fees.The most serious and distressing consequence of this failure is that a premature baby with special medical needs currently has no medical cover. This is not a theoretical concern—it is a real and urgent situation. The child is presently unwell, with a dangerously high fever, and cannot be taken to hospital because there is no active cover in place due to your billing errors.This is completely unacceptable.Your inability to resolve a long-standing and clearly defined issue has now placed a vulnerable minor at risk. This matter has been ongoing for months, with no effective resolution, no accountability, and no meaningful support provided—even to me as a broker attempting to advocate on behalf of my client.Please be advised that the client is preparing to pursue legal action should any harm come to his granddaughter as a direct result of the lack of medical cover and inability to access necessary care. Furthermore, the client is now taking drastic steps, including closing his bank account, due to the excessive and ongoing financial impact caused by these repeated errors.At this stage, I have lost confidence in your ability to manage this account competently and am actively exploring alternative medical aid options in an effort to protect my client and his family from further risk.I require immediate escalation of this matter, urgent reinstatement or confirmation of cover, full correction of all billing errors, and reimbur*****t of all related costs incurred. A clear explanation and written confirmation of resolution must be provided without delay.This situation reflects a profound failure in service delivery and demands immediate and decisive action.
Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply05 May 2026, 06:42
Official
Dear Belinda H
 
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 reply07 May 2026, 16:39
Official
Dear Belinda H

Please check your emails for final feedback from us. Regards Discovery Health Servicing Team