Bupa UK Insurance Reviews 42,295

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Review summary

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Looking at 9,444 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the excellent service, highlighting the professionalism and helpfulness of the staff. Many people found the customer service to be exceptional, noting the efficiency and clarity in handling inquiries and claims. The claims process is often described as easy and quick, with prompt responses and swift approvals. However, some customers also noted issues with the claims process, mentioning difficulties with rejections without clear explanations or delays in getting approvals for treatment. A few other people also felt that customer service could be slow and frustrating, and some experienced long waiting times for appointments or referrals.

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Service

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Staff

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Customer service

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Claim

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank goodness for BUPA. Everything was wonderful: the first telephone enquiry, the 30-minute phone chat and most of all the consultation. I rang on Friday, got an appointment on Wednesday, saw an ext... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I spoke to one of the best customer service gentleman in a very long time from many different companies. We had a laugh, he asked questions made sure he understood what I meant and got the job done wi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Initial appointment online was super quick and straightforward to book and attend, with a very helpful and thorough nurse practitioner. The referral letter was also sent quickly with detailed notes. I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service. Claim form via the app very easy to complete. Do in a matter of minutes. Completed my claim post 7pm on a Thursday, received text following morning to say my claim had been reviewed... See more

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Company details

  1. Health Insurance Agency

About Bupa UK Insurance

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Bupa are one of the UK’s leading health insurance companies. Created in 1947, we are driven by a passion to provide high quality, affordable healthcare. Our purpose is to help people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and make a better world.

We cover healthcare, wellbeing and mental health support for individuals, couples, families and businesses. Alongside health insurance, we also have clinics, care homes and dental centres all over the UK.

At Bupa, our priority is our customers. We have no shareholders so all profits are reinvested into improving the health of millions worldwide.

We’re developing digital tools and solutions to help us achieve our goal of becoming the world’s most customer-centric healthcare company. Perfect for people with busy lifestyles to make it easier for you to book, manage and attend your appointments. You can also build and track your wellbeing plan and see a doctor 24/7, wherever you are in the UK using your computer or mobile device.

As a business we also have a global talent, innovation and sustainability programme called eco-Disruptive. Our goal is to find and support sustainable, scalable start-ups and innovative solutions that will improve people’s health and the health of the planet.

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Setting up the App is simple

Setting up the App is simple, arranging a virtual appointment is easy and there's plenty of availability to choose from. The process is efficient, smooth and very easy to navigate end to end.

6 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We appreciate your feedback. We're so glad to hear that setting up the app and arranging virtual appointments was simple, efficient, and easy to navigate.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent medical service

Pleasant hospital environment and doctor had a lovely manner, putting me at ease and explaining everything.

3 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We appreciate your positive feedback. We are so glad to hear you found our hospital environment pleasant and our doctor's manner reassuring.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just when you need it most

Just when you need it most, BUPA were there with fast, friendly, thorough and well-targeted help. I felt supported and in good hands right from the start.

16 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We appreciate your positive feedback. We're so glad we could provide fast, friendly, and thorough help when you needed it most.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed

Thank goodness for BUPA. Everything was wonderful: the first telephone enquiry, the 30-minute phone chat and most of all the consultation. I rang on Friday, got an appointment on Wednesday, saw an extremely professional consultant, waited ten minutes for an X-ray and another fifteen minutes for the results. The consultant explained everything clearly and concisely and outlined all options, explaining the pros and con's of each. As always, I am extremely impressed with BUPA.

13 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We're delighted to hear about your wonderful experience, from your initial inquiry to the consultation. We appreciate your positive feedback regarding the efficiency of your appointment, the professional consultant, and the clear explanation of your options.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Surprisingly pleasant experience

The Health Assessments at BUPA are always a surprisingly pleasant experience. Staff are lovely and helpful, the tests are thorough and the explanations are clear.

12 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We appreciate your positive feedback. We're glad to hear that you found your health assessment a pleasant experience, with lovely staff and clear explanations.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Answered my call quickly and set things…

Answered my call quickly and set things up OK, I did contact the consultant's secretary, but decided to stick with NHS as that consultant didn't do the op under BUPA because of aftercare

8 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We appreciate your feedback regarding your experience. We understand your decision and are always working to improve our services.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best thing I ever did!

Really easy to complete the paperwork, swift response with a selection of consultants and times to suit me. The process to book was easy and straightforward. Communication was up to date, easy to access and quickly done. Fully reccommend BUPA for anyone to have some peace of mind. I was referred by NHS and via BUPA, NHS still not arrived and BUPA was done and completed in less than a month. I can now get back to my life and not worry about the diagnosis. Thanks so much!

15 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We're so glad to hear that the process was easy and straightforward for you, from completing paperwork to booking appointments. It's wonderful that we could provide peace of mind and a swift resolution. Thank you for sharing your positive experience!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

After a private doctors appointment and…

After a private doctors appointment and a phone call, I received authority to see a consultant to start the treatment to cure my problem.

7 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We're happy to hear you've received authorization to begin treatment. We wish you a smooth and successful journey to recovery.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Supportive & fast acting

Supportive, informative and fast acting providing the care we needed for our daughters operation and ongoing recovery

15 April 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We are so glad we could provide the care your daughter needed for her operation and recovery. Your kind words mean a lot to us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very positive experience in every way

Very positive experience in every way. Clear documents on what is covered. Straightforward way of submitting a claim. Great communication and quick payments. Thank you.

15 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We're so glad to hear you had a very positive experience with us. We appreciate your kind words about our clear documents, straightforward process, communication, and quick payments. Thank you for your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to book

Easy to book, online makes it very convenient and quick to obtain a referral.

19 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We appreciate your feedback! We are so glad booking was easy and obtaining a referral was convenient and quick.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt pick up of call and courteous…

Prompt pick up of call and courteous staff able to advise and let me get the help I need

14 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We appreciate your feedback and 5-star rating. We are happy to hear our staff were courteous and helpful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I found the person on the end of the…

I found the person on the end of the telephone extremely helpful, sympathetic, and they gave me the authorisation quickly. Thank you.
Sarah Leicester.

6 May 2026
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Reply from Bupa UK Insurance

We're so pleased to hear our team provided such helpful and sympathetic service, and that your authorisation was processed quickly. Thank you for your kind words.

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