Unum UK Reviews 

830
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.0

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Evaluating 74 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the fast and efficient online platform, noting that submitting claims is extremely straightforward and user-friendly. People also deeply appreciate the prompt payments and swift reimbursements that are typically received within just a few days of application. Many individuals also describe helpful customer service interactions and seamless support throughout the entire process. Some reviewers were not happy with underpaid claims or noticeable discrepancies in the final amounts reimbursed compared to what was originally submitted by users. Consumers additionally mentioned ongoing frustrations when paperwork was rejected due to strict documentation rules or when multiple treatments were grouped together unexpectedly to limit payouts.

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Claim

Customers had ambiguous experiences with claim, reflecting a high level of disagreement regarding the... See more

Payment

Clients share positive opinions on payment, highlighting the quick and simple process to receive funds.... See more

Service

Reviewers highlight ambiguous aspects of service, experiencing both high satisfaction and frustration. Many... See more

User experience

Users describe satisfaction with the user experience, highlighting an easy and straightforward claims... See more

Refund

Customers consistently note ambiguous experiences with refund. On one hand, many reviewers praise the... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought a policy through my employer 8 months ago. Claims are so easy to make an usually paid within just a few days. Had to claim for an emergency when I saw 4 different dentists in 5 days and all cos... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can’t speak highly enough of Unum Insurance. The claims process was very easy, payment was made very quickly, and the customer service was extremely helpful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy and quick claim process The whole claim process is very handy, just a few clicks and uploading the receipt. I have my reimbursement in a week which is really impressive.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to use app to submit my claim, and found the categories more in alignment with my dentist's description, so it was easy to complete the form and submit. Remuneration from this claim has appeared... See more


Company details

  1. Insurance Company
  2. Dental Insurance Agency
  3. Income Protection Insurance Company

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We’re a leading employee benefits provider that offers expert health and wellbeing support alongside financial protection through the workplace.


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not worth it

I pay £15 a month , have never claimed in 1.5 years. Claim for the first time of a total of £60 and they only payout £30. Not worth it, much better options.

20 April 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Corrupt to the core

If you need a real world example of corruption then Unum UK would be a poster boy.
I tried to claim income protection under my employers policy and returned he forms the same day I received them. 6 weeks later received a second set of forms asking the same questions in a slightly different format. Unum wont communicate with me as not the policy holder.
Three and a half months later they decline the claim stating no evidence of me being too ill to work even though I submitted evidence from medical specialist.
So nearly 5 months after I should of received payments they tell my employer that they're now looking to contact specialists which should of been approached st the beginning.
There is a special place in hell for this company.

17 April 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor service

Couple of claims outstanding with them since Dec 2023. They keep asking for information such as "Get a confirmation from your doctor that the treatment was completed same day" "Give us proof of payment" "Confirm that payment was made in full"

The above in itself is not the issue here, the problem is all of this information was already provided to them. When i pointed this out, they said, Oh sorry, the claims handler must have overlooked this information.

12 April 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Day robbery and retaining customer claims

Been with this unum dental insurance provider for the past 4 years through company benefit scheme. They were only providing the claims for the NHS equivalent of the policy that you hold. Upgrading the policy to a higher premium this year for an implant done on 12/jan/2024, and submitted the claim to get the reimbursement amount which was declined after 10 working days. The reason mentioned was as below. We’re wring to let you know that we’re unable to approve the recent claim made on your dental policy. This is because, when we contacted your surgery to ask whether the implant was dentally necessary, they indicated that you have a funconing removal denture that replaces the missing tooth. From this, we have inferred that
the implant was not needed to restore your dental health, and our management team have advised that the implant would be considered a cosmec choice, which is not covered by your plan with us.
Looking at this, the insurance provider retained a larger portion of the claim amount. Considering the current inflating economy and the fair use of benefits from employer this is unacceptable and no value for high amounts.
Avoid this provider and move to some other provider OR No provider and take care of your health by learning about you.
All the best.

12 January 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous service

Fabulous service, very easy to use, no quibbles with approving, monies received quickly, would highly highly recommend! :)

14 March 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot fault Unum

I cannot fault Unum , they pay up promptly with no fuss at all, and are always available if you need to call them with a query.

21 March 2024
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We've been paying premiums for two…

We've been paying premiums for two years to cover nhs costs for two people. What a waste of money as it is impossible to find a nhs dentist. It might be good for private dentist but wow, would that cost in premiums if you don't need the dentist.

28 February 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

My invoice payment was not fully…

My invoice payment was not fully covered even though I paid a single visit to the dentist within the policy year. The excuse of private hygiene treatment which is covered up to £40 per treatment (2 per policy year) is not a good excuse for a single visit within the policy year.

27 February 2024

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