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1 reviews | Active since Oct 2016

07 Nov 2016, 15:22

Won't pay claim or medicine - I apparently don't exist

<p> <br />I have been to the psychiatrist three times now and Gems hasn't paid the claim. The first time they told me they cannot find me on the system. Then I sent through all the info again and they guy told me they have paid the services. On Friday I went to the psyciatrist again and they told me Gems has not paid anything. I'm so upset with this stupid medical aid - I pay thousands per month and almost never claim. They are also giving me so much grief over the meds I am supposed to take, they want me to take a generic, since they don't cover the proper medicine...if that is the issue, i will gladly pay the difference,but do you think they are open to that. I'm pretty sure our money gets ****** and that's why there are so many complaints about claims etc.</p> <p>I am reporting this to the health council as well.</p> <p>Lelani van Rooyen</p> <p>member number ********** 74<br /> <br /> </p>

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Replies (2)
Gems (Government Employees Medical Scheme)
Gems (Government Employees Medical Scheme)'s reply07 Nov 2016, 15:38
Official

Good day

Thank you for bringing your claim concerns to our attention.

We are investigating your complaint and will provide feedback.

Kind regards

The GEMS online team

Gems (Government Employees Medical Scheme)
Gems (Government Employees Medical Scheme)'s reply09 Nov 2016, 16:02
Official

Good day

Thank you for alerting us to your unpaid claim concerns.

The account in question was carefully reviewed and we can confirm that the account for services rendered on 29 September 2016 was settled on 14 October 2016. You, as the member, is responsible for the balance of the account as the provider consulted does not charge medical scheme but private rates. We warmly encourage you to try and see a GEMS network doctor where possible.

Please accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused by the delay in finalising this matter.

Kind Regards

The GEMS online team