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who can help.

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FAQs

1. What is private medical insurance?

Private medical insurance (PMI) helps you pay for healthcare in private hospitals and clinics. It means faster access to treatment, private rooms, and more flexibility in choosing when and where you’re treated.

2. What does PMI cover?

Most standard PMI plans cover:

  • Private GP consultations
  • Diagnostic tests (blood tests, scans, X-rays)
  • Hospital treatment (including surgery)
  • Specialist referrals
  • Cancer treatment (on most plans)

Some plans also include:

  • Mental health support
  • Physiotherapy
  • Dental or optical care (as add-ons)

✅ Coverage depends on the provider and the policy you choose — always check the details.

PMI usually doesn’t cover:

  • Emergency treatment (that’s still via the NHS)
  • Pre-existing medical conditions (unless agreed)
  • Long-term/chronic conditions (like diabetes or arthritis)
  • Pregnancy and childbirth (unless complications arise)
  • Cosmetic surgery
  • Routine check-ups (unless on premium plans)

📌 Always read the small print and ask the provider for a list of exclusions.

Yes, but it might be excluded from cover.
There are two common options:

  • Moratorium underwriting: any condition you’ve had in the last 5 years is excluded for 2 years (unless you go symptom- and treatment-free during that time).
  • Full medical underwriting: you declare your full history, and the insurer tells you exactly what’s covered.

✅ Many people with minor or resolved health issues can still get cover — sometimes with an extra fee (called a “loading”).

It depends on your priorities. PMI offers:

  • Shorter wait times for treatment
  • More choice of hospitals and specialists
  • Private rooms and flexible appointments
  • Cover for treatment that might not be immediately available on the NHS

⚠️ But NHS care remains free and high quality. PMI is optional, not essential — but can be useful if you want faster or more personalised care.

Prices vary based on:

  • Your age
  • Where you live
  • Your health history
  • The level of cover you choose

📊 On average:

  • A healthy 30-year-old might pay £30–£50/month
  • A 50-year-old could pay £70–£100+/month
  • Couples or families may get bundled deals

🔍 Comparing quotes is the best way to get an accurate price.

Not usually. If you choose moratorium underwriting, you don’t need to submit medical records upfront.
For full underwriting, you’ll answer some health questions — but most people don’t need an exam or GP letter unless there are complex issues.

Yes. Most people do.
You can:

  • Use PMI for faster diagnosis or surgery
  • Use the NHS for emergencies or ongoing chronic care
  • Get referrals from NHS GPs to private specialists (in some cases)

🧠 PMI is designed to work alongside, not replace, the NHS.

Yes — most insurers offer joint or family plans.
These can save money vs separate policies and often include extras for children (e.g. cover for broken bones, dental care).

📌 Some providers even let you manage family claims in one place via an app or portal.

Budget plans cover a smaller list of treatments, fewer hospitals, or limited outpatient care.
Full cover typically includes:

  • Inpatient and outpatient treatment
  • Diagnostics, scans, consultations
  • Cancer care and mental health cover
  • Optional extras like dental, optical, or travel cover

⚠️ Cheaper isn’t always better — always check what’s included and excluded.

No — we don’t sell or recommend insurance products.
We connect you to trusted, FCA-regulated PMI brokers and providers. They’ll explain your options, help compare plans, and ensure you get the right fit for your health and budget.

Yes. Most providers offer a 14-day cooling-off period, during which you can cancel and get a full refund if you haven’t made a claim.
After that, you can usually cancel at any time — but may need to give notice or pay for part of the year.