Legal & General Group Protection has added second medical opinion, medical concierge and nurse support services from global health company Medigo to its group income protection (GIP) products.
The services are available at no extra cost to all existing and new GIP customers.
Medigo’s services have also been in place as part of Legal & General’s critical illness cover since 2020.
They offer GIP customers and their families:
- Second medical opinion which offers access to a global network of medical specialists. The specialist will offer second opinions on diagnoses and treatments for almost any condition.
- Medical concierge is a global treatment sourcing solution, providing individuals with up to three treatment plans and quotes to choose from. Treatment, travel, accommodation and aftercare is coordinated by Medigo.
- Nurse support service provides a virtual service with practical, emotional support to employees if they receive a referral from a GP to a clinical specialist. The fully qualified nurses, registered and regulated with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), provide ongoing care every step of the way during the illness.
James Walker, head of product and proposition at Legal & General Group Protection, said: “When illness strikes, the emotional uncertainty can have a profound impact.
“Practical and emotional support needs can easily become overlooked, unnecessarily impeding recovery through undue worry.
“Along with all the recent enhancements to our Be Well. Get Better. Be Supported. wellbeing framework, this latest addition complements the financial support at the core of our insurance product.
“Taken together, the goal is to empower individuals to make informed decisions and ensure they receive the most suitable whole person support; ultimately, providing invaluable peace of mind and improving outcomes.”