PMI
Chief medical officers develop health challenges for staff
Almost 1,900 employees in nine countries have taken part in a four-week health challenge developed by the Chief Medical Officers' (CMO) Network, via Bupa.
Self-pay private healthcare market grows by 15%
Self-pay private healthcare market experiences 'rapid growth.'
Now Healthcare Group launches "Now NHS"
Now Healthcare Group (NHG) has launched a primary healthcare and pharmacy digital health platform; Now NHS.
National Friendly launches PMI plan with private GP access
National Friendly has launched its Out Patient Optimum private medical insurance plan, describing it as a potential solution to UK GP waiting times.
AMII: Removing advisers from the FCA register is a 'retrograde step'
Association of Medical Insurers and Intermediaries (AMII) chairman Stuart Scullion has described the FCA's decision to remove non-senior managers from the FCA register as a 'retrograde step.'
VitalityHealth signs new 3-year deal with Alliance Health Group
Alliance Health Group has announced the continuation of its relationship with VitalityHealth for a further three years.
CMA begins formal action against seven hospitals withholding private healthcare information
The Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) has directed seven hospitals to publish information on the quality of their private healthcare services after failing to meet the deadline for doing so.
Chase Templeton secures five deals
Chase Templeton has completed five acquisitions since being acquired by the newly formed Ardonagh Group.
Allianz Worldwide Care launches AI Symptom Checker
Allianz Worldwide Care has introduced an AI-powered i Symptom Checker feature on the MyHealth app.
NHS to trial gym and grocery discounts for the public
An NHS scheme is considering introducing rewards and discounts for members of the public who meet weekly exercise targets.
IPT Petition deferred due to 'political uncertainty'
The Association of Medical Insurers and Intermediaries (AMII) has postponed the launch of a second petition against rises in Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) - until the organisation feels 'confident in the longevity of Government'.
UK falls sharply in global well-being rankings - Cigna
Britain has fallen from 3rd to 8th place in global well-being rankings as financial pressures grow, meaning that the UK now lags behind Indian and China, according to research from Cigna International Markets.
Medicash reveals an increase in sales
Cash plan provider Medicash has announced increased sales in its annual results.
108,000 Bupa Global IPMI policies affected in serious data breech
Around 108,000 Bupa Global international health insurance policies have been affected as an employee was found to have copied and removed customer information from the company.
AXA introduces international health plan with profit share arrangement
AXA has introduced tailored international health plans and a profit share arrangement for businesses covering 75-150 employees overseas.
20 Years of Second Opinions
Dominic Howard, Director, Best Doctors Europe, discusses the evolution of second medical opinions.
APRIL UK cash plan targets self-pay audience
APRIL UK has launched a cash plan offering cash back for self-pay treatment at private hospitals in the UK.
Global study recognises social impact of Vitality insurance model
A report published by the Shared Value Initiative has recognised the Vitality business model as a leading example of Shared-Value in insurance.
Bupa opens health and dental centre in Central London
Bupa has opened a health and dental clinic on Chancery Lane in Central London.
Claims for mental health treatment at work rise by 53%
The amount of claims for mental health treatment through work has increased by 53% over 10 years, according to research from Bupa.
APRIL UK hires marketing manager
APRIL UK has appointed Greg Johnson as Marketing Manager, based at its Bristol Head Office, as the insurer looks to strengthen sales and marketing activities.
National Friendly introduces "Assisted Living Insurance" product
National Friendly has today launched 'Assisted Living Insurance', specifically aimed at supporting older people to extend independent living in their own home in later life.
FCA seeks feedback on access to travel insurance for consumers who have had cancer
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is seeking views and evidence of the challenges firms face in providing travel insurance for consumers who have, or have had, cancer, and the challenges for these consumers in accessing insurance.
20th anniversary: How cash plan providers have changed over the past 20 years
Health Shield's Jonathan Burton discusses how cash plan providers have evolved.
