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Insurance Coverage

At Meadowside Osteopathy, we understand that many patients prefer to use their private health insurance to cover the cost of treatment. We aim to make this process as straightforward as possible so you can focus on your recovery and well-being.

Osteopathy is recognised by a wide range of private health insurance providers in the UK. Depending on the details of your individual policy, your fees may be reimbursed in full or in part. The following insurers often provide cover for osteopathic treatment:

aviva
simply health
cigna
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Every insurance plan is different, so we always recommend contacting your provider directly before booking your appointment. This ensures that you are aware of the level of cover available, any restrictions on the number of sessions, and whether your insurer requires any prior approval before you begin treatment.

 Please note: at Meadowside we are unable to adhere to any capped fees in place that may apply to your policy. 

Insurance Information for Laser & Shockwave Therapy

Please note: If you’re planning to claim back the cost of our machine sessions, (Laser Therapy (Class 4 MLS) or Shockwave Therapy (EMS Swiss DolorClast) treatments are not always automatically covered — approval from your insurer is required.

Payment and Reimbursement

To keep things simple and transparent, we kindly ask all patients to pay for their appointments directly at the time of treatment. You can then submit a claim to your insurance provider for reimbursement.

Before attending your appointment, we strongly advise checking the following with your insurer:

Whether osteopathic treatment is included in your policy.

We are more than happy to provide a detailed invoice or receipt containing all the necessary information to support your claim.

Making the Process Easier

Our team has plenty of experience supporting patients who use private medical insurance. While policies and procedures vary between insurers, we will do our best to help guide you through the process and ensure you have everything you need.

If you have any questions about how to claim for osteopathy through your insurance, or if you are unsure whether your provider covers our services, please do not hesitate to contact them. 

Frequently Asked Questions

This depends entirely on your insurer and your specific policy. Some providers will cover treatment without a referral, while others may ask for a letter from your GP. It’s always best to confirm this with your insurance company before booking.
Yes, you are welcome to book straight away. However, to avoid any surprises, we recommend contacting your insurance provider first to confirm your level of cover.
You will pay us directly at the time of your appointment. Afterwards, you can submit your invoice to your insurance provider to claim reimbursement.
If your insurer only covers part of the fee, you will be responsible for paying the remaining balance. We suggest checking your policy carefully to understand the level of cover available.
If your insurer does not approve your claim, you will still be responsible for covering the cost of your treatment. We encourage you to confirm your cover with your insurer in advance to minimise the risk of this happening.
Yes, we are happy to provide detailed invoices or receipts to support your claim. These will include all the necessary information such as practitioner details, treatment dates, and costs.