Why doesn’t Private Medical Insurance cover an MRI Prostate Health Check?
Most medical insurance companies only fund treatment for patients who have developed symptoms and have a GP or consultant referral. The MRI Prostate Health Check service is open to self-referrals and includes men with no symptoms. It is designed as a health check.
Related FAQ(s)
- How will the NHS and primary care benefit from the MRI Prostate Health Check service?
- I am a GP, can I refer my patient for an MRI scan with a raised PSA level?
- Why do I need a prostate biopsy?
- What is the most accurate test for prostate cancer?
- Can I be referred back into the NHS for treatment?
- Is MRI or ultrasound better for prostate cancer?
- How accurate is an MRI to detect prostate cancer?
- When should I see my GP?
- Can I self-refer for a prostate MRI scan?
- What happens if my results show a risk of cancer?
