SPECIALIST MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE VIA HEALTH INSURANCE
In partnership with Bupa
Psychiatry UK is recognised by Bupa, one of the UK’s leading private health insurers. If you hold a Bupa health insurance policy, you may be able to access a private mental health psychiatric assessment and ongoing care through your cover – with no need to pay out of pocket, subject to your policy terms.
This partnership covers both adults and children and young people (CYP), across initial psychiatric assessment and follow-up appointments.
BUPA MEMBERS
Access psychiatric care through your Bupa policy
If you hold Bupa health insurance, your policy may cover psychiatric assessment and follow-up appointments with Psychiatry UK. Before booking, check with Bupa directly that your policy covers mental health services and that a referral has been authorised.
READY TO BOOK?
Register with Psychiatry UK
Once you’ve confirmed your Bupa cover, complete our short registration form and our Private Services team will be in touch to guide you through next steps.
WHAT PSYCHIATRY UK PROVIDES
Expert psychiatric care, delivered online
All Psychiatry UK appointments take place via secure video call – no travel, no waiting rooms. Our GMC-registered Consultant Psychiatrists provide specialist assessment and ongoing care for a wide range of mental health presentations, for adults and children and young people.
Initial psychiatric assessment – Adults
An in-depth assessment with a Consultant Psychiatrist to understand your mental health history, current presentation and clinical needs, followed by a tailored care plan.
Initial psychiatric assessment – Children & Young People (CYP)
Specialist psychiatric assessment for children and young people, carried out sensitively with involvement from parents or carers where appropriate.
Follow-up appointments
Structured follow-up care to review your progress, adjust your care plan, and manage any medication where clinically appropriate – for both adults and CYP patients.
Fully remote – via secure video
All appointments take place online via Microsoft Teams, through our secure patient portal. Accessible from home, work, or wherever suits you.
IS RIGHT FOR ME?
What to check before you book
Before registering with us, there are a few things worth confirming with Bupa:
- Does your policy cover mental health services? Not all Bupa policies include mental health cover – check your policy documents or call Bupa directly.
- Has your claim been pre-authorised? Bupa typically requires a pre-authorisation code before assessment begins. Contact Bupa to start this process.
- Is Psychiatry UK listed on your policy? We are a Bupa-recognised provider, but confirm this applies under your specific policy type.
Once you have authorisation from Bupa, complete our registration form and our dedicated Private Services team will take it from there.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Private Services patient support team will contact you to confirm next steps and appointment availability.
Please note: responses received after 5pm Monday to Friday will be processed the following working day.
Yes – we offer a full range of self-funded private psychiatry services.
Visit our Private Services page for more information on fees and how to book.
No – Bupa health insurance covers your psychiatric appointments only. It does not cover the cost of prescriptions or medication. If medication is recommended as part of your care plan, Psychiatry UK can issue prescriptions through our self-pay service, but the cost of both the prescription and the medication itself will always be the patient’s responsibility. If you have any questions about this, our Private Services team will be happy to talk you through it when they make contact.
You can contact Bupa via their website: Private healthcare | Bupa UK or by calling the number on the back of your membership card.
READY TO BOOK?
Register with Psychiatry UK
Once you’ve confirmed your Bupa cover, complete our short registration form and our Private Services team will be in touch to guide you through next steps.
