The Independent Doctors Federation (IDF) has called on Bupa to reconsider its latest increase in fees for consultants, claiming the new rates remain "out of step with inflationary pressures and escalating operational...
Read moreBupa has made a series of concessions to medical practioners including increasing fees, the launch of a consultant panel and a commitment to regularly reviewing fees in future. It is also reviewing...
Read morePrivate medical and health insurance is proportionally the second most complained about financial product - and it is getting worse. Latest data from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) showed the product line...
Read moreMore people are struggling to see an NHS GP, capacity pressure on dental services remains and demand for mental health services is continuing to grow, according to the healthcare regulator. The Care...
Read moreA Treasury minister for the new Labour government has refused a request to bring forward rules combatting financial discrimination against cancer survivors. However, economic secretary to the Treasury Tulip Siddiq (pictured) said...
Read moreDoctor Care Anywhere's patients can now access a same-day online medical letter service directly through the virtual health provider's website. The agreement means telehealth service Doctor Care Anywhere patients will be able...
Read moreVitality has introduced a more detailed bi-annual value statement showing health and life members the value they receive in monetary terms through savings, rewards and benefits from their plan. The statement will...
Read moreNearly half of UK adults who say they drink alcohol (48%) plan to stop drinking or cut their alcohol intake over the next year, according to research from Aviva. The research also...
Read moreThe Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is interviewing 20 social media influencers under caution, as it launches targeted action against these ‘finfluencers’ who may be pushing financial services products illegally. The FCA has...
Read moreInsurance Premium Tax (IPT) receipts hit a half-year record of £4.5bn through the first six months of the 2024/25 financial year, according to the latest HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) data. That...
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