What does private health insurance cover in the UK?
A plain-English guide to what private medical insurance usually covers in the UK, what it may exclude, and how it works alongside the NHS.
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Tax-free payout to protect your family financially.
Lump-sum support after diagnosis of a serious condition.
Monthly income replacement if illness stops you working.
Faster access to private diagnosis and treatment.
Business-owned cover for directors and key staff.
Tax-efficient life cover arranged by your employer.
Financial protection if an accidental injury stops you working.
Protect your mortgage repayments if the worst happens.
Help your family cover funeral costs without financial worry.
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