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Busisiwe M

1 reviews | Active since Jan 2017

11 Sept 2025, 09:48

The pre-authorisation process is a nightmare

Getting a pre-authorization on Umvuzo is my worst nightmare I've been sent from pillar to post, and now a day before my procedure I'm being asked for Ultrasounds, things no one told me about before. Even with the ultrasound I'm the one that had to call and ask on the progress of my authorisation, then I'm being told of ultrasounds. I don't think Umvuzo people understand that we request this procedures because I'm in pain. Now I must stay with this pain because I was supposed to do this procedure tomorrow but only now I'm told there's no authorisation. I'm extremely disappointed with this medical aid.

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Replies (3)
Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme
Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme's reply11 Sept 2025, 09:52
Official
Dear Busisiwe Mmalefahlo

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. 

A consultant will be in touch with you shortly regarding the authorization. 

Regards
Umvuzo Health 
Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme
Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme's reply11 Sept 2025, 10:07
Official
Dear Busisiwe, 

Following your communication with our consultant, please note that we require the ultrasound findings to verify the presence of tenosynovitis, which is necessary for authorization of the relevant procedure.

 
Kind regards,
Umvuzo Health 

Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme
Umvuzo Health Medical Scheme's reply12 Sept 2025, 08:48
Official
Dear Busisiwe, 

We have received your ultrasound report, and the procedure has been approved following a review by our medical advisor. 

Kind regards,
Umvuzo Health