Does my doctor have to make the request?

You can write yourself, but a supporting justification from your doctor or consultant makes the request much stronger.

What if the request is refused?

Ask for the reasons in writing and for the appeal or complaints route. For a private insurer, an unresolved complaint can usually be taken to the Financial Ombudsman Service.

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Request funding for a medicine or device

For medicines or devices that are not routinely funded, a written request with a clear clinical justification is usually needed.

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What to look out for

Ask your doctor or consultant for a short written clinical justification; it makes a very large difference.
Set out which alternatives you have already tried and why they did not work or were not tolerated.
Some treatments have to be approved before they start, so send your request before you pay for or begin treatment.
Ask for the decision in writing, with the reasons and the route to challenge it.

FAQ

Does my doctor have to make the request?: You can write yourself, but a supporting justification from your doctor or consultant makes the request much stronger.
What if the request is refused?: Ask for the reasons in writing and for the appeal or complaints route. For a private insurer, an unresolved complaint can usually be taken to the Financial Ombudsman Service.

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