What is a health cash plan?
A health cash plan is a straightforward product that helps you to cover the cost of everyday health expenses. They’re simple to use and “do what they say on the tin”.
Cash plans have been around for many years, and are especially popular at the moment given the rising costs of things like dental check-ups, eye tests and alternative therapies. And with healthcare costs expected to continue to rise, now really is a great time to consider taking out a health cash plan.
So how do they work? Generally, they focus on a particular area of healthcare, like dental or optical cover. They normally have a choice of benefit levels offering different amounts of cover. The higher the level, the more cover you get, and so the higher the premium.
You choose the plan and level of benefit you need, pay the monthly premium relating to your level of cover, and in return you claim cashback up to the maximum amount you’re covered for, once you’ve had your treatment.
APRIL UK offers more comprehensive plans than just dental or optical policies. That’s because our plans give you added security and peace of mind. Why take out a dental plan when you can take out a policy that protects you for so much more?
We have our Medical Cash Plan, which gives you four levels of cover for a whole range of everyday healthcare costs including dental, optical, physiotherapy, osteopathy, homeopathy and specialist consultations. And, we also offer the Hospital Self-Pay Cash Plan, with three levels of cover for numerous private hospital treatments.
Take a look at our plans below and let us help you to get covered today.
Medical Cash Plan highlights
Cashback on everyday medical expenses
Our Medical Cash plan is a simple health plan that will cover your routine healthcare expenses up to the amount of cover you choose.
"She answered all my questions and told me more than I asked, so that I was fully aware of my policy etc, and was very polite and helpful. It was a pleasure actually, you sometimes speak to people from companies who give you the impression that they do not really want to be there and APRIL definitely did not give that impression." - Mrs Cole
What's included?
Whenever you’ve received any of the medical services below, simply send us valid proof. You’ll get money back to cover the amount you have incurred - up to the benefit limit.
With the APRIL UK Medical Cash Plan there are 4 levels of cover to choose from - Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum. Each level of cover provides a wide range of cash benefits to protect you against healthcare costs.
| WHAT YOU RECEIVE | BRONZE | SILVER | GOLD | PLATINUM | WAITING PERIOD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Routine check-ups and treatment | £70 (per year) | £140 (per year) | £210 (per year) | £280 (per year) | 3 months |
| Dental accident | £140 (per year) | £280 (per year) | £420 (per year) | £560 (per year) | Immediate |
| Optical Sight tests, prescription glasses and contact lenses | £70 (per year) | £140 (per year) | £210 (per year) | £280 (per year) | 3 months |
| Therapies* Physiotherapy, osteopathy, chiropractic, acupuncture and homeopathy | £150 (per year) | £300 (per year) | £450 (per year) | £600 (per year) | 3 months |
| Specialist consultations and diagnostic tests* With a specialist physician or surgeon. Tests include PET, CT and MRI scans | £125 (per year) | £250 (per year) | £375 (per year) | £500 (per year) | 3 months |
| Hospital admission* As an in-patient or day-patient | £17.50 (per day/night) | £35 (per day/night) | £52.50 (per day/night) | £70 (per day/night) | 3 months |
| Paternity/maternity As an in-patient or day-patient | £100 (per child) | £200 (per child) | £300 (per child) | £400 (per child) | 10 months |
*GP / Specialist referral needed
Please refer to the Policy Document for a full list of benefits.
COVER YOUR CHILDREN FOR FREE!
Up to four children aged 0-18 can be covered at no additional charge, sharing the same benefit limits as the main policyholder.
Add fracture cover
| Optional fracture cash cover | |
|---|---|
Fracture benefits | £350 per fracture |
Fracture cover does not start until day 16 of your policy.
Please refer to the Policy Document for a full list of benefits.
What's not included?
These are some of the key exclusions:
Pre-existing medical conditions (not applicable to dental or optical benefits)
Alcoholism, alcohol, drug, substance abuse and other addictive conditions
Chronic and long-term medical conditions (not applicable to dental or optical benefits)
These are some of the key fracture benefit exclusions
We will not pay benefit for any accident that is directly or indirectly caused by the following:
Any form of motorsports
Rock climbing or mountaineering of any type
Competing in any race other than on foot or whilst swimming
Please refer to the Policy Document for a full list of exclusions.
How do I make a claim?
Call the claims team on 0800 028 0849
Call the claims team on 0800 028 0849 for a claim form, which you’ll need to complete and return. We will also require an original receipt showing that an expense has been incurred, or a letter from the hospital, doctor or specialist showing that a medical treatment/service has been used. Any benefit due will be paid directly into your bank account.
Hospital Self-Pay Cash Plan highlights
Cash back on self-pay package treatment at private hospitals
Private healthcare has a reputation for providing fast access to outstanding medical care. Many people also believe that it will be too costly and out of their reach.
Our Hospital Self-Pay Cash plan aims to change this. It provides cashback benefits on selected medical care at private hospitals. It means that you’ll be able to use any private hospital in the UK, pay for the eligible treatment that you need, and be reimbursed for the cost.
What's included?
| YOUR BENEFITS(PER PERSON, PER BENEFIT YEAR) | LEVEL-1 | LEVEL-2 | LEVEL-3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIAGNOSTIC COVER This includes appointments with a private GP Consultations* and tests **(including PET, MRI and CT scans). *Following a referral from a GP, dentist or optician **Following a referral from a consultant. | £750 cash-back Private GP appointments limited to one per year | £1,125 cash-back Private GP appointments limited to one per year | £1500 cash-back Private GP appointments limited to one per year |
| SELF PAY PACKAGE COVER This includes in and day-patient self pay packages arranged by the hospital to treat your condition *Following a referral from a GP, dentist or optician **Following a referral from a consultant. | £5000 cash-back | £7500 cash-back | £10000 cash-back |
| THERAPIES Physiotherapy, osteopathy, acupuncture, homeopathy and chiropractic treatment *Following a referral from a GP, dentist or optician **Following a referral from a consultant. | £200 cash-back | £300 cash-back | £400 cash-back |
Please refer to the Policy Document for a full list of benefits.
What's not included?
These are some of the key exclusions:
Chronic conditions
Cosmetic procedures
HIV/AIDS or any related medical condition
Pre-existing medical conditions
Pregnancy, childbirth and fertility
Preventative treatment
Selected sports and hazardous pursuits
Self-inflicted injury or illness
Please refer to the Policy Document for a full list of exclusions.
How do I make a claim?
Call the claims team on 0800 028 0849
Call the claims team on 0800 028 0849 for a claim form, which you’ll need to complete and return. We will also require a referral letter and an original receipt showing that an expense has been incurred, or a letter from the hospital, doctor or specialist showing that a medical treatment/service has been used. Any benefit due will be paid directly into your bank account.