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Based on recent customer reviews, Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme is most heavily criticised for its pre-authorisation and claims processes. Members describe operations postponed or declined days before surgery, authorisations approved and then reversed at payment stage, and unpaid hospital, doctor and radiology accounts that end up with attorneys and blacklisting threats. Unanswered emails, dropped calls and repeated transfers deepen the frustration. A smaller group praises named consultants such as Jeanne, Lydia and Precious, plus smooth in-hospital claims and successful surgeries, showing capable service exists but remains inconsistent.
Replied to 100% of negative reviews
Reply time on negative reviews: 3h 40m
TrustIndex
4.4
Ranking
#5
in Medical Aid
Reply Time
2h 58m
NPS Score
-63
Recommended: Unlikely
Replied to 100% of negative reviews
Reply time on negative reviews: 3h 40m
Oct '25 - Sep '26
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What do customers say about Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme?
Based on recent customer reviews, Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme is most heavily criticised for its pre-authorisation and claims processes. Members describe operations postponed or declined days before surgery, authorisations approved and then reversed at payment stage, and unpaid hospital, doctor and radiology accounts that end up with attorneys and blacklisting threats. Unanswered emails, dropped calls and repeated transfers deepen the frustration. A smaller group praises named consultants such as Jeanne, Lydia and Precious, plus smooth in-hospital claims and successful surgeries, showing capable service exists but remains inconsistent.
Is Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme trustworthy?
Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme has a TrustIndex of 4.4 out of 10 on Hellopeter, based on 43 reviews in the last 12 months. They reply to 100% of negative reviews, typically within 3 hours 40 min. Hellopeter has tracked Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme across 368 total reviews. How is the TrustIndex calculated? →
Recent reviews (43)
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Share Your Experience1 reviews | Active since Feb 2021
The worst medical aid
Been with Umso since 2024 but lately it has become the worst nightmare .My daughter is asthmatic and they declining what the Dr is prescribing and their reason is limit reached. How does a patient reach limit on chronic medication. I have to pay medicine from my own pocket because Umvuso declines her medicine. With an uncontrollable asthma they are rejecting. I have to go to theater this coming Saturday been waiting for authorisation forever and they keep demanding medical records. This medical scheme is killing us yet we are paying a whole lot of money
1 reviews | Active since Feb 2021
The worst medical aid
Been with Umso since 2024 but lately it has become the worst nightmare .My daughter is asthmatic and they declining what the Dr is prescribing and their reason is limit reached. How does a patient reach limit on chronic medication. I have to pay medicine from my own pocket because Umvuso declines her medicine. With an uncontrollable asthma they are rejecting. I have to go to theater this coming Saturday been waiting for authorisation forever and they keep demanding medical records. This medical scheme is killing us yet we are paying a whole lot of money
1 reviews | Active since Sept 2026
Mr
Mr. Impi Dlamini is an excellent, dedicated and professional person. He supported Mr B.T. Gemba and I over the last couple of years. These days you do not experience such a service. We are blessed and privileged to have Mr Impi Dlamini as our advisor and supporter. Dr Hugo Bezuidenhout
1 reviews | Active since Sept 2026
Mr
Mr. Impi Dlamini is an excellent, dedicated and professional person. He supported Mr B.T. Gemba and I over the last couple of years. These days you do not experience such a service. We are blessed and privileged to have Mr Impi Dlamini as our advisor and supporter. Dr Hugo Bezuidenhout
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2022
I struggled to get my hospital account settled and to get it explained as to wat it was for until I met the Gentleman on the 27 august making runs on surgeries in Rustenburg fencrest, I quickly approached them abit upset but they calmed me down and assist
I struggled to get my hospital account settled and to get it explained as to wat it was for until I met the Gentleman on the 27 august making runs on surgeries in Rustenburg fencrest, I quickly approached them abit upset but they calmed me down and assisted me to follow up with accounts and rectified my claim. I was thinking of moving from the medical aid by November but his service really changed mine and my husband's mind regarding changing. Thank you very much for the Outstanding Service.
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2022
I struggled to get my hospital account settled and to get it explained as to wat it was for until I met the Gentleman on the 27 august making runs on surgeries in Rustenburg fencrest, I quickly approached them abit upset but they calmed me down and assist
I struggled to get my hospital account settled and to get it explained as to wat it was for until I met the Gentleman on the 27 august making runs on surgeries in Rustenburg fencrest, I quickly approached them abit upset but they calmed me down and assisted me to follow up with accounts and rectified my claim. I was thinking of moving from the medical aid by November but his service really changed mine and my husband's mind regarding changing. Thank you very much for the Outstanding Service.
1 reviews | Active since Aug 2026
Great service Jeanne Kosloff - Umvuzo
I would like to give thanks where it is due, Umvuzo gave great service when i had my operation, but I would not have been this satisfied without the great service from Jeanne Kosloff, she is worth gold to your company. From the start when I had any issue, she was always on it and sorted out every query, Really a satisfied customer. Thank you Jeanne, hope your company appreciates you.
1 reviews | Active since Aug 2026
Great service Jeanne Kosloff - Umvuzo
I would like to give thanks where it is due, Umvuzo gave great service when i had my operation, but I would not have been this satisfied without the great service from Jeanne Kosloff, she is worth gold to your company. From the start when I had any issue, she was always on it and sorted out every query, Really a satisfied customer. Thank you Jeanne, hope your company appreciates you.
1 reviews | Active since Dec 2019
Best medical aid ever
My surgery was a huge success. I would like to appreciate all your efforts as a team, i feel like a new person. Best medical aid ever
1 reviews | Active since Dec 2019
Best medical aid ever
My surgery was a huge success. I would like to appreciate all your efforts as a team, i feel like a new person. Best medical aid ever
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2019
Authentication needed
Umvuzo I sent requested documents for authentication to your authentication team 5 days ago and this morning they sent me email from the email address I sent my documents through that they didnt received my documents AFTER I sent them yesterday and email asking how far along are they with my authentication. This is the only way I can get answers because they dont answer phones nor do they reply on emails!!!
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2019
Authentication needed
Umvuzo I sent requested documents for authentication to your authentication team 5 days ago and this morning they sent me email from the email address I sent my documents through that they didnt received my documents AFTER I sent them yesterday and email asking how far along are they with my authentication. This is the only way I can get answers because they dont answer phones nor do they reply on emails!!!
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2019
Umvuzo never responding
Good Day..Since yesterday I try to get in contact with Umvuzo through the app for pre authentication and till now no reply nothing.Not good at all
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2019
Umvuzo never responding
Good Day..Since yesterday I try to get in contact with Umvuzo through the app for pre authentication and till now no reply nothing.Not good at all
1 reviews | Active since Jul 2026
Authorization Services
I have been trying to reach someone who can assist me with pre-authorization. My e-mails are not getting answered and when I call, I get transferred to 8 different people before the call is eventually dropped on Umvuso side.
1 reviews | Active since Jul 2026
Authorization Services
I have been trying to reach someone who can assist me with pre-authorization. My e-mails are not getting answered and when I call, I get transferred to 8 different people before the call is eventually dropped on Umvuso side.