Will I be penalised by NHS if I get private care with GenderGP?
No, you can't legally be penalised for seeking private consultation.
The British Medical Association (BMA) policy states: “Patients who are entitled to NHS-funded treatment may opt into or out of NHS care at any stage. Patients who have had private consultation for investigations and diagnosis may transfer to the NHS for any subsequent treatment. They should be placed directly on the waiting list at the same position as if their original consultation had been within the NHS.”
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Does the NHS or UK health insurance providers cover the cost of GenderGP services?
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