BUSINESS SELECT

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Business Select Health Plan

This level of cover focuses on providing quality medical care.

Business Select includes coverage of up to £2m to help protect against significant in-patient costs, such as surgery, diagnostic imaging and cancer treatment, as well as out-patient surgical operations.

Annual Limit: GBP 2 million / USD 3.1 million / EUR 2.6 million

Coverage: Worldwide, with optional U.S. cover (if purchased)

To learn more, please read the Business sales brochure (PDF, 326KB), and for full details of the rules and benefits, including any limitations, exclusions and benefits eligibility of the Business Health Plan, refer to the Business Health Plans membership guide (PDF, 90KB).

Business Select offers your employees cover for:

In-hospital care
Medical evacuation and repatriation
Cancer treatment
Obesity surgery (after 2 years as a customer, subject to eligibility)
Hereditary, congenital and chronic conditions
Transplants and rehabilitation
28 day U.S. cover for unforeseen treatment (cover starts from the date you arrive in the U.S.)
Optional U.S. cover, if purchased

Request a quote today and one of our advisers will contact you to help you find the right cover for your company.

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Detailed list of benefits

Out-patient treatment

Limit
Out-patient surgical operations

This is surgery that requires you to stay in a bed in a hospital or a clinic during a single day and not overnight.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit


In-patient treatment

Limit
Hospital accommodation

The charges that relate to your accommodation as an in-patient. This includes the costs of occupying the hospital’s standard single room with bathroom (en-suite) and also includes your own meals and refreshments.

Paid in full - standard private room

Surgical operations, including pre and post-operative care

A surgical operation is a medical procedure involving an incision into the body. Pre and post-operative care are the medical services you may require immediately before and after surgery; see ‘nursing care, drugs and surgical dressings’ below.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Nursing care, drugs and surgical dressings

Nursing care are the general services such as drug provision and wound care provided to you by nursing staff, often immediately before and after surgery and during your recovery.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Physicians' fees

The charges made by your physician, consultant or doctor for non-surgical treatment provided during your stay in hospital. For example, the treatment of pneumonia.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Theatre charges

Theatre charges are costs relating to your surgery. These could include drugs and dressings, equipment and fees for the use of the actual theatre room.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Intensive care, intensive therapy, coronary care and high dependency unit

Intensive care is a suite of high dependency medical support services that are provided when someone is critically ill. These services are provided in intensive care units, intensive therapy units, high dependency units or cardiac care units.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Pathology, X-rays, diagnostic tests and therapies

Pathology is the study and diagnosis of illness through the study of bodily fluids, tissues and organs. Common examples are blood tests and skin biopsies. X-rays are used in radiography to generate images of the body’s structures to aid diagnosis. Diagnostic tests can take various forms, but for example include cardiovascular stress tests, electrocardiograms (ECGs) and spirometry (lung function tests).

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Prosthetic implants and appliances

A prosthetic implant or appliance is an artificial body part which is designed to form a permanent part of your body and is surgically implanted. Examples are artificial heart valves, replacement lens or cornea of the eye and devices to remove excess fluid from the brain.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Parent accommodation

If your child is under 18 and is a Bupa Global member receiving treatment for which he or she is covered under their policy for, we will pay for you to stay with your child in the same hospital. Please note we can only pay for one parent per night.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Mental health treatment

The treatment of mental health conditions via a variety of techniques including therapy, the prescription of drugs and pathology.

Paid in full

Prophylactic surgery

We may pay subject to Bupa Global’s medical policy criteria, for example, a mastectomy and reconstruction when there is a significant family history and/or you have a positive result from genetic testing.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Reconstructive surgery

Treatment to restore your appearance after an illness, injury or surgery. We may pay for surgery when the original illness, injury or surgery and the reconstructive surgery take place during your continuous membership. Please contact us for pre-authorisation before proceeding with any reconstructive surgery.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Obesity surgery (after two years' membership)

After two years’ membership on this health plan, we may pay, subject to Bupa Global’s medical policy criteria, for bariatric surgery if it is medically necessary for you to undergo the procedure. Please see Membership Guide for full details of this benefit including any limitations or restrictions to access

Paid in full, subject to annual limit


Transportation and travel

Medical evacuation

Transport costs for a medical evacuation to the nearest appropriate place where the required treatment is available and for the return journey to the place you were transferred from, when this is pre-authorised by us.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Medical repatriation

Transport costs for a medical repatriation to your specified country of nationality as given on your application form, or your specified country of residence and the return journey to the place you were transferred from, when this is pre-authorised by Bupa Global and the return journey is within 14 days of the end of the treatment.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Local air ambulance

We pay for you to be transported by local air ambulance (typically a medically-equipped and staffed helicopter or plane) when when related to eligible in-patient treatment or day-case treatment, either: from the location of an accident to hospital, or for a transfer from one hospital to another, when it is appropriate for this method of transfer to be used to transport you over short journeys of up to 100 miles/160 kilometres.

We pay GBP 5,900 / USD 9,100 / EUR 7,700 each membership year

Local road ambulance

We pay for a local road ambulance from the location of an accident to a hospital for a transfer from one hospital to another, or from your home to the hospital, when a local road ambulance is medically necessary, and related to treatment that is covered that you need to receive in hospital.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Travel cost for accompanying person

Reasonable travel costs for children to be transferred with you in the event of an evacuation or repatriation, provided they are under the age of 18 when: it is medically necessary for you as their parent or guardian to be evacuated or repatriated, your spouse, partner, or other joint guardian is accompanying you, and they would otherwise be left without a parent or guardian.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Travel cost for the transfer of children

Reasonable travel costs for children to be transferred with you in the event of an evacuation or repatriation, provided they are under the age of 18 when: it is medically necessary for you as their parent or guardian to be evacuated or repatriated, your spouse, partner, or other joint guardian is accompanying you, and they would otherwise be left without a parent or guardian.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Repatriation of mortal remains

Reasonable costs for the transportation of your body or cremated mortal remains to your specified country of nationality or to your specified country of residence.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Further benefits

Limit
Advanced imaging

Examples are: magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography and positron emission tomography. These are modern imaging techniques that allow medical professionals invaluable and detailed views of the body’s structure and function.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Cancer treatment

If cancer is diagnosed, we pay fees that are related specifically to planning and carrying out treatment for cancer. Typical treatments include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and pathology.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Kidney dialysis

We pay for kidney dialysis - provided as In-patient, day-case or as on out-patient

Paid in full

Congenital and hereditary conditions

We pay for treatment of congenital and hereditary conditions. By congenital conditions we mean any abnormalities, deformities, diseases, illnesses or injuries present at birth. By hereditary conditions we mean any abnormalities, deformities, diseases or illnesses that are only present because they have been passed down through the generations of your family. If you are unsure whether your condition may be classed as congenital or hereditary, please contact us for further information. The amount shown here is the total amount we shall pay for these expenses during the whole of your lifetime of Bupa, whether continuous or not.

We pay up to GBP 50,000 / USD 77,500 / EUR 65,000 maximum benefit for the whole of your lifetime.

Healthline services

A selection of services available to all of our members. As a Bupa Global member, you can call our Healthline at any time of the day or night and speak to medically trained people who understand your situation and can give you the healthcare advice, support and assistance you need. We also have a team of expertly trained people ready to help with any general enquiries you may have. Our people come from many different cultures so, wherever in the world you may be, you can be sure of help from someone who can speak to you in your language. The following are some of the services that may be offered by telephone: general medical information from a health professional, medical referrals to a physician or hospital, medical service referral, inoculation and visa requirement information, emergency message transmission, interpreter and embassy referral. Note: treatment arranged through this service may not be covered under your plan. Please check your cover before proceeding.

This is a telephone advice line which offers help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and any time when you need it.

HIV/AIDS excluding ART and drug therapy

We pay for in-patient treatment of HIV/AIDS. This does not include any drug therapy or Antiretroviral Therapy (ART).

Paid in full, subject to annual limit

Home nursing after in-patient treatment

Home nursing is care provided immediately following a stay in hospital by a qualified nurse in your home.

We pay up to GBP 120 / USD 200 / EUR 150 each day up to a maximum of 10 days each membership year.

Hospice and palliative care

Home nursing is care provided immediately following a stay in hospital by a qualified nurse in your home. The amount shown here is the total amount we shall pay for these expenses during the whole of your membership of Bupa, whether continuous or not.

We pay up to GBP 24,000 / USD 37,200 / EUR 31,200 maximum benefit for the whole of your lifetime

In-patient cash benefit

This benefit is paid instead of any other benefits for each night you receive eligible in-patient treatment without charge.

We pay GBP 90 / USD 150 / EUR 100 each night up to 20 nights each membership year

Prosthetic devices

We pay for a prosthetic device needed as part of your treatment. By this we mean an external artificial body part, such as a prosthetic limb or prosthetic ear. We will only pay for one prosthetic device per limb per adult, and we will pay for the initial and up to two replacement prosthetic devices per limb as required under the age of 16 years.

We pay a maximum of GBP 2,400 / USD 3,700 / EUR 3,100 for each device.


Rehabilitation

Treatment in the form of a combination of therapies such as physical, occupational and speech therapy aimed at restoring full function after an acute event such as a stroke.

We pay in full for up to 30 days of treatment (which may be in-patient treatment or day-case treatment) each membership year.


Transplant services

We pay medical expenses if you need to receive a cornea, small bowel, kidney, kidney/pancreas, liver, heart, lung or heart/lung transplant. We also pay for bone marrow transplants and peripheral stem cell transplants, with or without high dose chemotherapy.

Paid in full, subject to annual limit


U.S. cover


U.S. cover

If this option is purchased, you gain access to our U.S. Service Partner’s national network of hospitals, clinics and medical practitioners. Our Service Partner will help you arrange treatment within this network.

Optional cover, if purchased


Exclusions

This is a summary of the exclusions. Please read the membership guide for full details.

Administration / registration fees

Advance payments / deposits

Artificial life maintenance

Birth control

Chinese medicine

Conflict and disaster

Congenital and hereditary conditions

We may cover costs associated with this benefit as detailed in the 'Membership Guide'

Convalescence, nursing home and admission for general care

Cosmetic treatment

Deafness

Dental treatment/gum disease

Desensitisation and neutralisation

Developmental problems

Donor organs

Drugs and dressing (out-patient)

Eyesight

Family doctor treatment

Footcare

Genetic testing

Harmful or hazardous use of alcohol, drugs and/or medicines

Health hydro, nature cure clinics and related treatments

Illegal activity

Infertility treatments

Maternity and childbirth

Mechanical or animal donor organs

Obesity

We may cover costs associated with this benefit as detailed in the 'Membership Guide'

Physical aids and devices

Pre-existing conditions

Preventive and wellness treatment

Persistent vegetative state (PVS) and neurological damage

Reconstructive or remedial surgery

Sexual problems

Sleep disorders

Speech disorders

Stem cells

Surrogacy

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders

Travel costs for treatment

Treatment for or related to Gender Dysphoria

We do not pay for:

  • any surgical treatment (including cosmetic treatment) for or related to gender dysphoria unless:

    • you have lived continuously for at least 12 months in the gender role that is congruent with your gender identity; and

    • we have received referral letters from two independent psychologists and/or psychiatrists detailing your personal and treatment history, progress and eligibility and confirming that such treatment is medically necessary for treating gender dysphoria; and, in any event

  • any treatment (surgical or non-surgical) for or related to gender dysphoria where such treatment is unlawful and/or gender dysphoria is not a clinically recognised condition in the country of treatment.

Unrecognised medical practitioner, hospital or healthcare facility

U.S. treatment (optional U.S. cover can be purchased)

Looking for a higher level of cover?

The Business Premier Health Plan provides for up to ₤3m a year for in-hospital treatment and cover for maternity, drugs and dressings. There are also a range of services to stay healthy, including physiotherapy and vaccinations.

Why we're the right business partner for you

Two of the most respected names in global healthcare by your side
Transparent and easy-to-understand tiered plans, with a clear trade-up benefits
Option to adapt to your specific needs, circumstances and budget
Accounts that can be easily and securely managed online, in minutes
All plans offer an exceptional level of service and benefits

Bupa Global is the sole insurer of this plan.

Bupa Global is a trade name of Bupa, the international health and care company. Bupa is an independent licensee of Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Bupa Global is not licensed by Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association to sell Bupa Global/Blue Cross Blue Shield Global co-branded products in Argentina, Canada, Costa Rica, Panama, Uruguay and US Virgin Islands. In Hong Kong, Bupa Global is only licensed to use the Blue Shield marks. Please consult your policy terms and conditions for coverage availability. Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association is a national federation of 36 independent, community-based and locally operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies. Blue Cross Blue Shield Global is a brand owned by Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. For more information about Bupa Global, visit bupaglobalaccess.com (opens in a new window), and for more information about Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, visit BCBS.com (opens in a new window).