Medical aid scheme re-launches website
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
At the launch, Pula board member, Dr Bakani Thipe said the company remains committed in service delivery, information dissemination and communication to its members and stakeholders. "The launch of the website and introduction of new web-portal embodies an important part of our on-going quest to bridge the communication gap between us and our stakeholders," he said. He explained that the website and web portal will give Pula Medical Aid Fund members the chance to access information about their medical aid benefits, account transactions and payments and provide general information about the medical aid scheme.
He said the web portal will make it easy for service providers to make claims."The new facility ensures reduced processing time and errors as well as their related queries experienced by those who provide services on behalf of the fund. It will also facilitate swift feedback upon submission of claims and consequently significantly reduce payment turnaround time as compared to when claims are processed manually," he said.Meanwhile the Pula claims manager, Scott Senwelo emphasised that it is vital for service providers engaged by the medical insurance to familiarise themselves with the new websites and web portal.
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