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John G

1 reviews | Active since Oct 2009

18 Nov 2022, 12:27

Quick to take your money but claims rejected on spurious and nonsensical grounds

This is a follow up to an existing complaint. Discovery refused to pay the lab for a respiratory panel test claiming that a respiratory panel (which tests for things like Covid) can ONLY be ordered by a specialist, meaning if you suspect you have Covid or even the flu you have to be referred by your GP to a Specialist so Discovery can incur the additional expense of a specialist to order blood tests. Absolute idiocy. They promised to escalate, blah, blah blah and it would take 3-5 days. Well it's been 10 days and nothing is happening. I have since investigated and found that this is the only respiratory panel test they have rejected. A measure of any company is the quality of after sales service. They have none. Not too worry Discovery, I'll pay it but know that I'm shopping for a new medical aid.

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Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply18 Nov 2022, 12:55
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Dear John G 

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 reply02 Dec 2022, 14:16
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Dear John G 

We have been in touch with you to answer your comments.
   
Regards 
Discovery Health Servicing Team