At a time when we all want the peace of mind of knowing that the people we hold dearest are in good health, we want you to know that we're here for you. Whether you're using our 24/7 GP service, or 24/7 Mental health helpline we're always on hand to support you through difficult times.
If you're in financial difficulty due to COVID-19 and need to discuss your payment options please contact us on 0800 414 8100
Our 24/7 GP service remains accessible to members as normal and experienced doctors are able to provide advice on a wide range of health and medical issues, including concerns relating to coronavirus (COVID-19)
Members may experience longer than normal call waiting times to book an appointment, and longer waiting times for consultations with a doctor as a result of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.
We thank you for your understanding and patience during this period of increased demand.
If you think you have symptoms, which you believe might be due to the virus, you must follow the latest advice from the government and NHS.
Use the online NHS 111 coronavirus service which will ask you a series of questions on your symptoms and provide appropriate advice.
You should only call 111 if you cannot cope with your symptoms, your condition gets worse, or your symptoms do not get better after 7 days and you cannot get help online.
Please note the GP 24/7 service is not able to offer Covid-19 testing
Call us on 0800 414 8247 (press option 1)
Lines open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, we will make an appointment for a GP to call you
Our Mental Health Helpline is available as normal. Members can call our helpline 24/7 to speak to a counsellor who can provide immediate emotional support and signposting for problems such as;
Anxiety
Depression
Relationships
Legal and debt concerns
If appropriate, our Mental Health Counselling Support service can provide short term structured support for mild to moderate distress for common mental health problems. This will be provided remotely at this time.
This service is available after six months of membership.
For help during this time of isolation and anxiety
Call us on 0800 414 8247 (press option 2)
COVID-19 has had a major impact on both the NHS and private healthcare
Private hospitals, consultant and therapists have been working with the NHS to maximise capacity to care for people with coronavirus (COVID-19), and therefore are at varying stages of returning to normal. This can also change depending on Government guidelines.
Therefore, it’s likely there will be a delay to your diagnostics or treatment appointment. Your existing letter of authorisation is still valid and you won’t have to update your authorisation.
Please call us as usual to request authorisation for diagnostics or treatment.
If your care is delayed:
We have agreed that all diagnostic and treatment authorisations from 1st January 2020 and during the pandemic are now valid until 31st October 2021
Please contact the consultant(s) or hospital(s) listed in your original authorisation letter and they will guide you in arranging your appointments
Access advice and support during these unprecedented times.
Members can still call to request access to a care adviser who can provide information and advice about adult care issues including short or long term care.
Our care advisors can also provide advice and guidance on matters such as how to keep in contact and monitor care with the current restrictions in place and advice on who can help if you or a family member are unable to leave your home.
Call us on 0800 414 8100
Members can call us to request a physiotherapist to assess their condition over their phone to determine if you are likely to benefit from physiotherapy.
The service lets you speak to a qualified physiotherapist who will make a clinical decision to determine the most appropriate clinical pathway for your current symptoms.
Self-Management
If guided self-management is offered the physiotherapist will provide you with a treatment plan that you can access either online, via an app or in paper format
Face to Face
Treatment and assessments will be provided remotely where clinically appropriate
Call us on 0800 414 8100 to request a phone call with a physiotherapist who can assess your condition over the phone.