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You never know when an unexpected illness or injury might strike. That’s where private health insurance comes in - it’s your safety net to get medical care quickly without worrying about huge bills.
In the UK, we all have access to free healthcare through the NHS. But private medical cover increases the choices you can make. It allows you to:
Get treated at state of the art private facilities, at a time that’s fits around your schedule.
Fast Diagnosis and Treatment
Access medications and treatments not available on the NHS. Cancer drug access is typical much broader privately.
Private health insurance is typically offered in various levels of cover, ranging from basic benefits through to comprehensive cover. Typically, even the most basic of PMI will provide IN and DAY Patient cover. Insurance generally gets more comprehensive when you start adding in budget pots towards outpatient diagnostics & consultations. You can also select add-ons such as Dental, Optical, Therapies, Mental Health - the list is ever expanding. Comprehensive cover normally provides unlimited outpatient benefit, plus often some of the occupational benefits listed above.
What Does Private Health Insurance Cover?
With most private medical insurance plans, you’ll enjoy:
What Private Health Insurance Does Not Cover?
While our policies aim to provide comprehensive private medical coverage, some exclusions and limitations typically apply under policies. However, exact exclusions can vary depending on the plan you choose, so be sure to review carefully.
Common exclusions found in many UK private health insurance policies may include:
Any pre-existing or chronic conditions you had before purchasing a plan (depending on underwriting)
Certain elective cosmetic treatments like LASIK, tummy tucks, etc. (medically necessary may be covered).
Specific policy limitations and UK underwriting clauses outlined in plan details
Don’t worry - our advisors will walk you through all the terms and limitations. Together, we’ll customise the perfect private medical insurance for YOUR needs!
What Types of Health Insurance Plans are Available?
Choosing the right private medical insurance is key to getting the coverage you need at a price you can afford. We offer a variety of plans designed to fit different lifestyles and budgets:
Family Health Insurance Policy
Combine you, your partner, and any kids under one convenient and cost-effective policy. Covers everyone’s medical essentials!
Individual Plans Including over 50s
Customised coverage just for you. Perfect for single adults who want health insurance flexibility.
Small Business Plans & Group
We partner with businesses big and small to provide quality private medical benefits for employees.
International Health Plans
If you’re a UK citizen living abroad, we’ve got international health insurance solutions to keep you covered.
The Benefits of Private Medical Insurance
Private medical insurance can offer:
Rapid Diagnosis & Treatment
Our top benefit! Bypass NHS waiting lists to get seen and treated quickly by private specialists.
Premium Facilities
Access elite private hospitals and consultants for exceptional medical care.
Comprehensive Coverage
Our plans cover a wide range of treatments, drugs, and services often excluded by the NHS.
Our insurance experts will ensure you weigh both the pros and cons carefully. Together, we’ll find the policy that delivers maximum benefits for your healthcare needs and budget.
How Private Health Insurance Works
Taking out private medical cover is straightforward, but understanding the process is key:
Get a Quote
We’ll ask some basic questions about your age, medical history and desired coverage to generate a personalised quote.
Review Policy Details
Our team will conduct a comprehensive market review considering coverage exclusions, underwriting terms, premium costs and more.
Sign Up for Coverage
Once we've agreen the right plan, we will get your cover set up on your behalf. Everything will sent in writing, but don't worry we are here all year long for you.
Seek Private Treatment
When you need medical care, simply provide your policy details and authorisation from your insurer at any private provider they approve.
The cost of Private Medical Insurance in the UK
can vary widely depending on several key factors:
Coverage Level
Plans with just basic inpatient and daypatient cover tend to be the most affordable options. You could choose to fund some of the smaller bits yourself, and protect your NCD (no claims discount)
Premium Providers
Choosing access to exclusive, top-tier hospital networks and consultants comes at a higher price point.
Number of People
Family policies that include a partner and kids will cost more than an individual plan for just yourself. If your already on cover with someone who has claimed regularly, moving yourself onto a separate plan may save you money.
Extra Benefits:
Adding things like complementary therapies, mental health cover, dental treatment, optical allowances and other optional extras will raise your premium.
Your Age
Unfortunately, health insurance premiums tend to go up as you get older due to the increased health risks that come with age.
Choice of Hospital Lists
Depending on which range of hospitals you want to access, some insurers will offer price reductions or increases. Ask us for a personalised illustration of your options. You could save a fortune and still access the hospitals you want.
Request a personalised health insurance quote from our team. We’ll make sure your insurance policy fits your desired coverage level and life situation. If your on cover already, you could be over / under insurered without realising it. You may also be able to get a much more competitive quote with a new insurer (don't worry, we have plenty of experience with complex medical history & claims) so let's see if you can switch health providers.
Key Considerations When Choosing or Switching Providers
With so many private health insurers available in the UK, it’s critical to do your research. Here are some important factors to consider:
Hospital & Consultant Choice
What private facilities and doctor networks are included in the policy? You can often consider a reduced list to save money (if you still have good access locally)
How affordable is the cover long term? Does it provide everything you may need, without being over-insured? Let's make sure it's tailored to your circumstances.
Customer Satisfaction
We conduct regular research into average claims waiting times and user experience. We also have direct lines into senior decision influencers at each insurer, so provide regular feedback.
Healthcare Needs
We try to predict the expected need you may have in the future, and use that to build the right level of cover for you.
Switching Ease
If already insured, you need to compare similar levels of cover. You also need to understand any material changes like underwriting method.
Let our expert insurance advisors guide you! We’ll provide impartial advice and make sure you choose the best-value private healthcare cover for your unique situation. You also don't need to move insurer to be a client of ours. You can just appoint us to your policy and we will still fight your corner for you! Click the 'APPOINT US' button in the top righ corner for desktop, or bottom left for mobile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Answers to Common Queries About Health Insurance Coverage
Which is the best private insurer in the UK?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, as the “best” insurer depends on your personal requirements and budget. We provide impartial advice to match you with top-rated providers. You can take a look at how the insurers stack up against each other here though.
What if I have a pre-existing condition?
This comes down to two things generally.
- Are you on cover already
- If so, how well managed is the condition / when was the last time it needed treatment.
Now treatment could be deemed ongoing medication, or still being under the care of a consultant. Some Insurers are a little more flexible if those consultations are for piece of mind, rather than medical need.
You MUST get proper advice from a qualified consultant here, so that you get the best underwriting terms available. We can often maintain cover for pre-existing conditions. There are even scenarios, where very old exclusions on existing plans can actually be reviewed/removed through fresh Full Medical Underwriting, or a new moratorium (if we deem you suitable for this).
What if my employer provides insurance?
Company health plans are a great employee benefit. We’ll review your workplace policy and make suggestions for any additional private top-up coverage you may need. If you ever need t leave the company plan (if the company ceases the benefit or you move jobs), we can give you the right advice about how to continue privately. You can take out a ‘group leaver’ product, which tends to be expensive, or a brand new moratorium, if you are suitable for this type of underwriting.
What's the difference between Inpatient, Daypatient and Outpatient?
This comes down to how long you typically spend in hospital, and what you are there for.
Outpatient> Is where you visit for a very short period of time, this could be for a consultation, a diagnostic test (like bloods, MRI, CT, PET scans) or follow up appointments.
Daypatient > Means you are using a bed just for the day – very minor surgery with little anestetic typically. A good example of this would be cataract removal.
Inpatient > You are in hospital for at least one night, usually following more invasive treatment.
As a standard rule, even the most basic proper PMI cover will provide full In & Day patient facilities, unless you’ve opted for a shared responsibility scheme (probably not advised in most scenarios)
Do I need to worry about hospital lists?
This all comes down to your postcode lottery & level of access on your doorstep.
In some areas of the UK, a reduced hospital list may see you travelling an unreasonable distance for a proper private hospital, or having to use a private wing in an NHS facility. Whilst in others, you may still be able to access the closest units of choice.
In Greater London, the hospital density is very high, however some of them are very expensive for Insurers to cover. That’s where premium hospital lists tend to be the most costly. Best thing is to speak to one of our team to give you a personal walkthrough of your options, or your welcome to check out the latest hospital lists in our handy resources area.
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