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Santi van den Berg

1 reviews | Active since Apr 2018

12 Apr 2018, 10:09

Wrongful removal of dependent

My son was removed (2 Nov) from my scheme just after his 21st birthday, after I sent the necessary documents to prove he is still a student and depending on us. When I got the sms I phoned immediately and agent assured me that it would be rectified as she could see I have sent all the necessary documents. I have been struggling since then to sort it out. Numerous calls, emails and a visit to the office later, now he is back on, but there is a waiting period and I had to pay more than R1500 to get him reinstated as a member (actually the amount was just taken from my salary). I don't know what to do anymore. Each time I phone I speak to a new agent who just "escalates" my request again and nothing happens. They don't answer my emails either. Please help!

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Replies (2)
Gems (Government Employees Medical Scheme)
Gems (Government Employees Medical Scheme)'s reply12 Apr 2018, 12:22
Official

Good day

Thank you for the opportunity to address your concerns, We are looking into this matter and will get back to you soonest.

Kind regards

The GEMS online team

SvdB
Santi van den Berg's update29 Apr 2018, 20:05
Reviewer Update
Still have not received or heard anything about the matter!