Critical illness claim- badly handled

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I am in my 40s and have just received a devastating diagnosis of terminal cancer in November. I have paid into Aviva Critical illness cover for over 20 years and felt I would meet the criteria for a claim. Two months later, I received a phone call todY which bluntly and abruptly said that I wasn't entitled to any payout as I dinteet the criteria of not surviving 12 months, even though my oncologist report said that my prognosis was months. Don't need this stress on top of battling cancer. I have tried to raise a complaint but that just seems to generate an automated email. Any advice or experiences- I would be very grateful. Thanks for reading!

  • Hi  and a very warm welcome to the Online Community although I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis and the challenges you are facing. This is such a challenging and stressful time for you.

    With regards to your Critical Illness Claim could I suggest you call the Macmillan Support Line. It is open 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00 or via Webchat and Email too.

    This service provides cancer information, emotional support, financial guidance or just a listening ear. You may also find our Ask an Expert section helpful but do allow a few working days for a reply.

    Can I also highlight our Living with incurable cancer - incurable patients only group. This will be a safe place to talk to others who may have a similar journey, to ask questions and get support.

    If you'd like to connect in with a group, you do need to join the group. Click on the Green link I have created above. Then once the page opens click on the black banner that says [click to join] at the bottom, or the [Joinbutton under "Group tools."

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    All the very best ((hugs))

    Mike (Thehighlander)

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