Benefits of Private Medical Insurance

Private medical insurance can provide more choice over eligible healthcare and another route to consultations, diagnosis and treatment. The precise benefits depend on the WPA product, underwriting and options selected.

Shield will help you focus on the benefits that matter to you rather than assuming the broadest or most expensive cover is automatically the most suitable.

Key Benefits of Private Medical Insurance

Virtual GP Services

Arrange remote GP consultations by phone or video through the WPA Health app.

Specialist Consultations

Access eligible private specialists for assessment, advice and second opinions.

Diagnostic Tests and Scans

Use eligible diagnostics, including MRI, CT and PET scans.

Private Hospital Treatment

Receive eligible day-patient and in-patient care in private facilities.

Fast Track Pathways

Find prompt support for selected skin, cancer and physiotherapy concerns.

Mental Health Support

Access counselling, wellbeing services and selected treatment options.

More Choice Over Your Healthcare Journey

Where the policy allows, private medical insurance can give you more choice over specialists, facilities and appointment timing. It may help you arrange eligible care at a time and place that is more convenient for you.

Choice is always subject to the policy terms, available provider network, authorisation and benefit limits. Contact WPA to set up a claim before beginning any treatment.

Benefits Beyond Treatment

Clearer Healthcare Options

Understand the private routes available when an eligible concern arises.

Support for Families

Shape cover around partners, children or broader family groups.

Employee Wellbeing

Use healthcare cover as part of a considered business benefits package.

A Personal Point of Contact

Return to Shield for advice and support as your needs change.

Benefits, Limits and Exclusions

No policy covers every condition or treatment. Pre-existing conditions, chronic conditions and services outside the policy terms may be excluded. Benefits may also have monetary limits, treatment limits or waiting periods.

Read How Private Medical Insurance Works for more about underwriting, excesses and authorisation. Shield will explain the relevant choices before you apply.

Questions About PMI Benefits

Does private medical insurance cover GP appointments?

Does private medical insurance cover scans?

Does private medical insurance cover mental health?

Can I choose my hospital?

Choose Benefits with Clear Guidance

Discuss your healthcare priorities with Shield and receive a personal recommendation from WPA's available products.