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22 Jul 2019, 16:39

No feedback on my Discovery Disability/Severe Illness claim

I have been employed for 7 years - with my company providing me with Group Life/Risk cover with Discovery Life. I have submitted a claim which, under the benefits is a valid claim due to an event suffered while having this benefit. I provided all the documents and was then asked to get updated medical reports. I was able to get one report, the other 2 was difficult and I asked Discovery numerous times, what else I could do. One specialist was always fully booked and the other didn't get back to me. In fact there was no way of speaking to anyone to get an appointment - I was told to email my request. I have emailed countless times but still no feedback. I supp**** one of the 3 reports required. Discovery Group Life/Risk did not even acknowledge receipt thereof. Secondly, they did not respond to my query as to what else I could do to honour my obligations. I have not received any feedback from Discovery - even after 3 emails. Stephen in the claims dept has disappeared and no one responds when I email the general claims mailbox. My reference from the last "automated" reply is ***. Why must I struggle for assistance or guidance to honour my obligation for my claim? Why does it seem as though my claim means nothing? I will take this further to the Ombudsman and even further if I am not provided via emai, at least. I expect this within the next business day and I want feedback on the outcome of my claim.

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Discovery Life
Discovery Life's reply22 Jul 2019, 16:55
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Thank you for raising your concerns with us.

Your complaint was escalated to the Group Risk Team for further assistance. They will contact you directly with feedback.

Regards,

Habibah
Discovery Life