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Gary D

1 reviews | Active since Dec 2012

18 Apr 2023, 19:28

The circus that is Discovery

How did I not come here before I joined Discovery to see the absolutely shocking rating? All the money we pay is to pay for sponsoring sport and the like, not for the service we deserve expect. If you have a plan that is anything that is not the best most expensive, then best consider other options. To get anything important done, you have to jump through hoops and use specific doctors and hospitals etc. That takes enough time because the call centre has zero clue. Speak to 5 people, you will get 5 different answers. Then by some miracle you do make it through all the hoops and get approval, you better not be confident you are done. Suddenly when you are diligent enough to make sure all is in order 2 days before the vital procedure, they send an authorisation mail that all is approved, and a few minutes later another authorisation to show something has been removed. And don't ask to speak to a manager, because it seems they only work during their own hours. In conclusion, you are left angry, frustrated and have no idea where you stand. This process has taken us 3 months of many calls and mails(yes calls because the digital age is not yet implemented at this company). If there was any other way to vent and get stuff resolved, can someone please help. If I make a call, I might be locked up for the language and abuse I hand out :(

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Replies (3)
Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply19 Apr 2023, 07:07
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Dear Gary 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 Apr 2023, 11:58
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Dear Gary D

We have been in touch with you to answer your comments.

Regards 
Discovery Health Servicing Team
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Gary D's update19 Apr 2023, 12:13
Reviewer Update
I am not taking any calls. Those seem to be a waste of time. It got some mail, but even that is insane. I have what I need now, and the ombudsman has my case, so no one else gets into this mess when they think they are covered.