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Tebele L

1 reviews | Active since May 2015

11 Nov 2015, 13:08

Rejected to cover me for Keratoconus procedure

As a former discovery medical aid scheme member, I was rejected by Discovery when trying to claim for the cover for a Keratoconus corneal cross linking procedure, which they have been apparently covering for the last 7 to 8 years<br> <br> After having cancelled and saving cash for this procedure, it was sad to discover that my condition had worsened and I now need a corneal transplant, which would cost me almost 8 to 10 times more than the cross linking procedure. I have met with a number of specialists in JHB and I was finally referred to a doctor in Randburg who can assist me with the transplant. When I asked for a quote from his practice, I am told that Discovery has been paying for both cross linking and corneal craft transplants for years. <br> <br> I do not have issues with joining Discovery again on the condition that Discovery tells me why I was rejected, if Discovery apologizes, and if Discovery assures me that should I join as a member again my corneal craft will be fully paid for <br>

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Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply24 Nov 2015, 14:35
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Hello letsoalotebele,

Thank you for your comment.

As discussed, we have provided you with the relevant information on what occured with your request. We have explained further on the way forward to review the request.

Please do not hesitate to contact us should you need any further assistance.

Regards
Chantell