If policyholders prefer to have their treatment privately in the UK or abroad, they become cash buyers and have the option available to compare treatment prices before committing to a particular hospital.
Does your medical insurance cover mental health?
Stress, anxiety and depression being at the forefront of many health concerns of the modern day, so o you know whether your private medical insurance would cover you for any claims and treatment relating to mental health? Mental health issues really could affect anyone. Certain life events or situations could trigger a seriously negative effect over a person’s emotional and psychological wellbeing. People who have private medical insurance in the UK may have the benefit of mental health cover included in their cover. If you have psychiatric cover then this is great news as you will at least be able…
Decembeard Bowel cancer UK awareness
Although most bowel cancers develop from pre-cancerous growths, known as polyps, not all polyps develop into cancer. If polyps are found, they can be removed by your doctor to prevent them becoming cancerous.
Private health insurance for cancer claims
At SMP Healthcare the question about health insurance for cancer claims is one we are often asked. Looking at statistics of 1 in 2 people being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. People want to know that their health insurance will help them get a quick diagnosis of all medical conditions. Especially cancer. Cancer Research UK confirm that almost 4 in 10 cases of cancer could be prevented. Smoking and obesity are two well-known preventable causes of cancer. How the insurance companies try to help Health insurance providers such as Vitality Health encourage their members to live healthier lifestyles. Smoking…
Does Private Medical Insurance cover pregnancy?
When you buy a private medical insurance policy in the UK, there are a whole host of insurers to choose from. You should be aware that the majority of UK policies do not cover for routine pregnancy or childbirth without complications. Private medical insurance in the UK is for the treatment of acute medical conditions. Natural and routine pregnancy and childbirth is not classed as an illness. If private medical insurance cover for pregnancy, infertility, maternity or childbirth is important to you there are options. You may need to look at your cover a little differently and buy an international…
5 Ways to save money on private medical insurance.
SMP Healthcare Ltd can help you make an informed decision about your cover and show you ways where you may be able to make cost savings without jeopardising the cover in place for you, your family or your employees.
The Exeter, Health Insurance options.
For more than 100 years, The Exeter, a British friendly society, has been specialising in health and life insurance. During this time they have achieved many things. They have won numerous industry awards, with some of the most recent awards including: 2020 – Winner of the Best Individual Income Protection Insurance, Cover Excellence Awards 2019 – Best Individual Life Insurance, Cover Excellence Awards 2019 – Best Private Medical Insurance, Cover Customer Care Awards Their Philosophy: Although they aren’t the biggest provider, The Exeter have very clear brand values. They follow these to help establish personal relationships with their customers making…
How much does Health Insurance cost per month?
Remember, there are any number of offers, promotions and inception or switch offers available at any given time. You should always compare private health insurance and look at the market options before making your decision. The cheapest premium might not be the best policy for you.
5 added value benefits for Private Medical Insurance policyholders
Many insurers now offer you east access to primary care via GP services. You can access a qualified GP either via telephone, video consultation or mobile app. In doing this, the private medical insurance providers help you to avoid waiting for an appointment with your NHS GP.
Cigna offer CompanyHealth cover
If your business employs 100 or more staff then Cigna are able to offer the comprehensive business cover called CompanyHealth. CompanyHealth cover from Cigna is a comprehensive health insurance policy that offers you a number of benefit options to choose from