Women in Southsea and Old Portsmouth often seek faster access to menopause care; gynaecology and pelvic health support. Private medical insurance can streamline specialist appointments; diagnostics and ongoing management.
Key benefits to include
- Gynaecology consults – cycle issues; fibroids; pelvic pain
- Menopause clinic access – HRT review; alternatives; complex case management
- Diagnostics – pelvic ultrasound; bloods; bone density scanning where indicated
- Pelvic health physiotherapy – incontinence; prolapse; post-natal rehab
- Mental health support – CBT or counselling for mood; sleep and anxiety
Local care map
- Spire Portsmouth Hospital; Havant Road – gynaecology; scans; day case procedures
- QA Private Patient Unit; Cosham – consultant led clinics with access to theatres
- Community pelvic health physio providers across Southsea and Fratton
Policy fine print to check
- GP referral rules for gynaecology
- Outpatient caps – ultrasound and repeated consults add up
- HRT medication funding – usually private prescription cost is separate from PMI
- Fertility exclusions – most policies exclude IVF; clarify what is and is not covered
Cost saving strategies
- Bundle imaging and consultation on one visit
- Choose regional hospital list to lower premiums
- Consider an annual excess you can comfortably afford
FAQ
Are routine smear tests covered
Usually handled by the NHS screening programme; PMI may fund related diagnostics if symptoms arise.
Can I claim for menopause blood tests
Often yes when medically indicated and referred by a consultant or GP.