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SWITCHING HEALTH INSURANCE PROVIDER

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Switching health insurance provider

At Saga, we offer a comprehensive range of plans for the over 50s. If you're switching from another private medical insurance provider, you may be able to benefit from a higher level of cover at a lower price when you start a new policy with us.

8 out of 10 new customers saved money when they switched to us from other providers, based on 223 customers surveyed in 2023.

Why should you switch to Saga?

  • We have over 30 years of experience providing health insurance cover

  • Our customers rated our customer service 9 out of 10 on average (based on customers surveyed in 2023)

  • Saga GP Service – 24/7 access, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the world to a practising GP who can discuss any health concerns, as well as arranging private prescriptions and providing open referrals to a specialist if appropriate

  • You could save money on your current policy

  • You could earn up to 60% No Claim Discount

  • Our unique 4-week wait option – if the NHS waiting time for your treatment is over 4 weeks we'll arrange for you to be seen immediately in a private hospital. However, if the NHS can provide the treatment locally within 4 weeks, you'll be treated by the NHS. This option can help reduce your price.
    We also offer a 6-week wait option, but this is not available online. Please call 0330  094  6361 for more information.

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Defaqto 5 Star rated health insurance

We are proud to offer five-star treatment every day with Saga Health Insurance. Saga Healthplan Super is 5 Star rated by Defaqto.

Existing medical conditions?

It may be possible to keep cover for your pre-existing medical conditions when you switch to Saga Health Insurance, even if you’ve claimed under your existing policy.

This is subject to your medical history and the terms of the new policy.

Call our helpful UK-based health insurance team on 0330 094 6361 to find out more.

Company health insurance

Many people want to keep the security of private medical insurance (previously provided by employers) when they change jobs, retire or set up their own business. We have a range of options to suit you and your budget and what’s more, you can personalise your plan to keep the price down or improve your cover.

Call us on 0330 094 6361 to find out more about moving your company health insurance to a personal health plan.

Medical insurance for the self-employed

Taking time off work because of ill health can be costly as well as inconvenient if you're self-employed or work as a freelancer. That's when having one of Saga's range of health plans really pays, providing you with fast access to medical investigations and treatment plus a number of money-saving options.

If you're over 50, call our knowledgeable team to find out more on 0330 094 6361

Who underwrites Saga Health Insurance?

Saga Health Insurance is a unique product designed by us specifically for our customers and it is only available through us. Together with our underwriter, Bupa Insurance Limited, we are committed to providing high levels of quality, service and choice. That's why we offer a range of policies that can be tailored to suit your needs and budget.

Would you like to find out more?

For more information about switching your health insurance to Saga, simply call our friendly, UK-based team. Alternatively, you can get a quote online in minutes.

0330 094 6361

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