Personal protection

Private Medical Insurance

Private Medical Insurance gives you access to private healthcare treatment, specialists, and hospitals, helping you get diagnosed and treated faster when it matters most.

Key benefits

Why people choose Private Medical Insurance

  • Faster access to diagnosis and treatment
  • Reduced waiting times
  • Greater choice of specialists and hospitals
  • Supports your health and wellbeing

What's typically included

What Private Medical Insurance covers

  • Consultations, diagnostic tests, and treatment for many acute, short-term conditions
  • A choice of private hospitals, clinics, and consultants, depending on the plan you choose
  • Optional extras such as outpatient cover, mental health support, or cancer care add-ons
  • Cover levels and the range of hospitals available can usually be tailored to your budget

Important to know

What's not usually covered

Every policy is different, so exact exclusions depend on the insurer and your individual circumstances. Common exclusions to be aware of include:

  • Most policies exclude pre-existing medical conditions, at least initially
  • Chronic, long-term conditions are often managed by the NHS rather than covered by the policy
  • Routine or preventative care such as check-ups is not usually included unless specifically added
  • Emergency and accident care is typically provided by the NHS rather than under a private medical plan

Common questions

Private Medical Insurance FAQs

Quick answers to the things people ask us most. Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch and we'll be happy to help.

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Our Blackburn-based advisers are happy to talk it through, with no obligation.

Does Private Medical Insurance cover pre-existing conditions?

Most policies exclude pre-existing conditions, at least in the first instance, though some insurers offer options to include certain conditions after a moratorium period. An adviser can explain what applies to your circumstances.

Can I choose my own hospital and consultant?

Many policies let you choose from a network of private hospitals and consultants, and some plans offer wider choice than others, which can affect the premium.

Does Private Medical Insurance replace the NHS?

No, it works alongside the NHS. It's typically used for diagnosis and treatment of acute conditions, while emergency care and long-term chronic conditions are usually still managed through the NHS.

What affects the cost of Private Medical Insurance?

Your age, health, the level of cover, the hospital list you choose, and any excess you agree to pay can all affect the premium. Getting a personalised quote is the best way to see likely costs.

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  • Free, no-obligation advice
  • Authorised & regulated by the FCA
  • Friendly Blackburn-based advisers

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