What's included
Dependent on authorisation, we can support the full cost of any treatment on our approved procedures in our treatment network. This includes:
Fees for surgeons, anaesthetics, operating theatres, accommodation, nursing, medical admission, and specialist consultants.
Pre-operative tests and post-operative physiotherapy, dressings or other consumables that are necessary.
Please note we won’t provide funding if you proceed with any appointments without our authorisation.
- You must contact us for authorisation before you proceed with any appointments.
- We’ll ask you to provide a copy of a consultant’s report confirming the CCSD code for the procedure required and details of the NHS wait time for your appointment.
- Please refer to our current wait times or call us for guidance on how your NHS wait time is used to help determine whether your request for services could be supported.
What is a CCSD code?
CCSD stands for Clinical Coding and Schedule Development Group. It’s a standard coding system for all private medical procedures and is commonly used in the UK private medical sector. This is your treatment procedure code and your consultant should be able to provide this code as standard.
Where we’re able to authorise your request, you’ll be provided with authorisation to make your appointments at one of our approved treatment hospitals.
Please refer to our approved procedures and ensure you always contact us before arranging any appointments to find out whether we can help you.
Treatment of tuberculosis
Benenden Health was founded in 1905 to provide care for postal workers suffering from tuberculosis (TB). We continue to provide this care today. If you’re diagnosed with tuberculosis, we’ll cover the cost of approved treatment. This service is provided on an insured basis and is available to all members after six months of membership.