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5 important reasons to consider health insurance in 2022

5 important reasons to consider health insurance in 2022 NHS waiting times are increasing Although we are lucky in the UK to have the NHS, you cannot open a newspaper or watch the news without hearing about the crisis it is currently facing, leading to many people looking at health insurance in 2022. With the treatment of Covid patients playing a major part in extended waiting times, it has been inevitable that non-urgent surgery has had to take a back seat. If you buy even a basic health insurance policy, you have the peace of mind you will be…

Aviva health insurance gets a make-over

In fact, whether you are looking for a policy on a personal basis or for your business, Aviva can provide a flexible solution. In March 2021 there have been a number of changes. It is great to see a well-loved household brand reviewing their cover and making improvements for their members.

Private medical insurance; 18 fantastic reasons to buy it

Have you thought about buying a private medical insurance policy in the UK? If you want to know 18 great reasons to make that purchase, please keep on reading…….. Peace of Mind We are lucky in the UK to have a health system as brilliant as the NHS. Unfortunately the NHS resources are stretched, especially in 2020 with the coronavirus pandemic in full force. Private medical insurance gives you the peace of mind that you can access medical treatment when you need it most. Rapid access to see a specialist If a GP has told you that you need to…

The in-depth guide to great mobile apps for healthcare

People who have private medical insurance can access remote consultations at the touch of a button. Whether you are insured as part of a company scheme or as an individual or family your policy could help you access speedy primary care.

What is the Babylon mobile phone app?

As Babylon can understand the majority of healthcare issues, it can then advise you of the next steps to take.

Health insurance developments for 2020

At SMP Healthcare we have seen a lot of changes in the health insurance market over the last few years. So what will be the new health insurance developments for 2020? Without giving away our age, a couple of us in the office just may have been working in the health insurance sector for a number of years. We can see that the advancement in technology is certainly playing a significant part in the development of our industry. Digital technology With high tech apps making the access to health advice and GP appointments even easier. We wonder what the next…

Great help for dealing with Christmas Stress

With so much planning, time and preparation in the weeks leading up to Christmas. It is no wonder that so many people end up with symptoms of stress at Christmas. How you deal with the symptoms before they develop further can have a massive impact on your recovery. What can cause Christmas stress? Spending much more money than usual The expectation to socialise Loneliness Grief or sadness can be heightened Additional shopping, cooking and cleaning ready for the big day Family arguments Social pressure to have the “best” Christmas Stress can be caused by one or a number of things…

Enhanced Business Health Insurance

Please remember that all benefits we have listed are available providing that you have obtained pre-authorisation for your treatment. Bupa must agree that your condition is eligible for cover. You must also ensure that you are using a consultant, therapist, hospital or medical facility that is recognised by them and charges within their fee guidelines.

Doctor@Hand GP services

If you hold a private medical insurance policy with AXA Health, you will have access to Doctor@Hand. This is specialist GP Service from Doctor Care Anywhere who are a leading provider of innovative Health care services. The service provided to you by Doctor@Hand can save you time in waiting for a GP appointment. What is Doctor@Hand? Doctor@Hand is an alternative way of seeing a GP. It is an online service where your appointment is held by video or telephone consultation. This is an easy way for you to talk about any medical condition or concern at a suitable time with…

How to obtain a GP appointment without the wait

Vitality Health can help you to access a GP appointment quickly via their Vitality GP app. If you have a policy with Vitality Health, using their app can save you valuable time in accessing primary care. What is Vitality GP and how does it help you to get a GP appointment? Vitality GP offers you access to a GP at a time and place that suits you. Using the Vitality GP app you can talk directly to a Vitality GP and have a private GP video appointment within 48 hours. You’ll be offered a choice of GP’s and have the…