Benefits
Medical Consultations, Scans and Tests
If you are facing long waiting times for treatment on the NHS, we are here to help. TBF can assist with the costs associated with the following:
- Medical Consultations: Assistance is available for any beneficiary seeking medical
consultations³.
- Scans and Tests: Support can be provided for working beneficiaries and their dependants only for necessary scans and tests².
³ For working beneficiaries, working partners and dependent children - Up to £500 per case
³ For retired and non-working beneficiaries and retired and non-working partners - Up to £300 per case
² For working beneficiaries, working partners and dependent children only - Up to £750 for a scan or tests
When Can We Help?
Help can be provided under the following circumstances:
- Long NHS Wait Times: If the required treatment is not available on the NHS within a reasonable timeframe.
- Serious Ongoing Conditions: For special examinations related to serious ongoing health conditions.
- Medical Reports for Appeals: If scans or tests are required for a medical report needed for an appeal.
If you find yourself in need of assistance due to long NHS waiting periods, please reach out to us for support. We are committed to ensuring you receive the care you need in a timely manner.
We may be able to connect you with our doctor if you are located in or near London or Manchester. Please contact us for further discussion. While we are unable to cover the expenses of any subsequent treatment or procedure, we can often assist in obtaining the necessary diagnosis or identifying the appropriate treatment to alleviate concerns.
In cases where a member faces medical dismissal, as verified by the employer or union, due to the inability to secure essential scans or tests from the NHS within a reasonable timeframe, the Trustees will evaluate the possibility of covering the associated costs. In extraordinary situations, they may also approve a partial contribution towards treatment expenses if it aids the member in retaining their employment. However, it is regrettable that such contributions cannot substantially alleviate the overall costs involved.
