The world of private medical insurance is really changing. The development of Artificial Technology means that there are a number of great apps available. What are the best mobile apps currently and what do they give you access too?

The usability of your healthcare mobile app will depend on your insurer. They all have different options for their members.

The best mobile apps in the Health Insurance market could include some or all of the following:

  • Remote GP services
  • Mental Health services
  • Claims facilitation
  • Membership information
  • Access to therapies
  • Health and Wellbeing advice

The development of excellent mobile phone apps in the Healthcare Sector has never been so important. Some of the best mobile apps offer members access to primary care. By being able to speak to a private GP will save you waiting to see your NHS GP.

With the coronavirus pandemic still rife across the globe, mobile apps such as Babylon from Bupa, Healthwise from the Exeter and Vitality GP from Vitality Health are all playing a crucial part in getting people seen by a professional medical expert as a matter of urgency. This facility also takes some of the strain off of the NHS who are already under a great deal of pressure.

As technology improves, so does the quality of medical care that Health Insurance policy holders have access to on a remote basis.

To access these facilities, members will need to have a mobile phone modern enough to work with this technology.

For members who do not have a smart phone (Android or Apple) you will still be able to access video or telephone consultations.

 

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