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Anneli Brooks-Smith

1 reviews | Active since Dec 2017

02 Mar 2026, 14:36

Unacceptable service or NON-service from Discovery Health

Discovery only care about money and not their clients. I have been a member for years and I have R61k in my savings account. I was booked in for an urgent dislocated lens surgery - it was an emergency as the dislocated lens was damaging my cornea and could lead to blindness. This should be treated as PMB. I have disputed the decline multiple times, supp**** the doctor's clinical notes, spoke to 7 different operators (when you eventually get hold of them) - they cannot help and do not return any calls. I have to pay R50k for the procedure as it was an emergency. Discovery has not even responded to any of my disputes although the automated email says 48 hours.

I am utterly disgusted in the treatment (or NON treatment) I receive from Discovery.

Dispute reference number: *** - dated 23 Feb *** - dated 25 Feb *** - dated 26 Feb

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Replies (5)
Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply03 Mar 2026, 06:37
Official
Dear Anneli B

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
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Anneli Brooks-Smith's update03 Mar 2026, 14:09
Reviewer Update
It is very interesting to review the score matrix. Complaints against Discovery Health has exponentially escalated in the last few months due to non-compliance - spike in the last month. It makes me think what is really going on and should I trust this medical aid as part of my "benefits" at the company I work for although I pay 100% my own fees. :-(
Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply04 Mar 2026, 13:22
Official
Dear Anneli B

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

Regards 
Discovery Health Servicing Team
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Anneli Brooks-Smith's update11 Mar 2026, 11:00
Reviewer Update
Thanks for contacting me however it is now a week later and I still don't have a response from Discovery - no comms at all. The case has been registered with the ombudsman.

Discovery Health
Discovery Health's reply20 Mar 2026, 17:48
Official
Dear Anneli B

Please check your emails for feedback from us.

Regards 
Discovery Health Servicing Team