Before Your Appointment : Procedure Codes
Before Your Appointment : Procedure Codes
Before Your Appointment : Procedure Codes
To ensure your appointment is covered by Bupa:
Contact Bupa first to confirm your policy includes podiatry and to get pre-authorisation for the correct procedure codes (see list below).
Please email us at info@cheshirepodiatry.com with your
(1) Contact details
(2) Membership number
(3) Pre-authorisation number
(4) Procedure codes
We will call you to arrange an appointment with your Bupa Registered Podiatrist
Excess: If your Bupa policy has an excess, Bupa will notify you when it’s due. We will invoice you directly for any excess amount.
Routine footsore or conservative management of foot care is not covered by Bupa.
Nail Surgery
Before Your Appointment : Procedure Codes
Before Your Appointment : Procedure Codes
Our Bupa-approved Nail Surgery for ingrown toenails is carried out under local anaesthetic, ensuring comfort, quick recovery and dedicated aftercare.
Covers partial or total nail removal under local anaesthetic for ingrown or damaged toenails.
Includes: 3 dressing changes and post-operative reviews
Procedure Codes:
(1) AA145: Initial Podiatry visit
(2) AA628 ( Nail Surgery)
(3) AA641 (Three follow-up appointments)
Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics
Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics
Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics
At Cheshire podiatry, our Bupa-approved gait analysis uses cutting edge technology to identify issues affecting your feet, ankles, knees and hips
Bupa funds MSK Analysis appointments, which may include gait assessment and biomechanical analysis.
Procedure Codes: BUPA Biomechanical / Advanced Gait Analysis: AA365
BUPA Follow-Up Consultation: AA641
Verruca Treatment (Coming Soon!)
Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics
Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics
We will soon be offering Bupa-approved Swift Microwave Therapy to remove stubborn warts and restore healthy skin. This is an advanced verruca treatment with microwave technology.
Bupa covers SWIFT verruca therapy for stubborn or painful verrucae. Cheshire Podiatry will be providing this service in the near future !
Procedure Codes: AA641 (Follow-up) + AA100 (SWIFT treatment) – both required for each appointment.
Aviva-Private Medical Insurance
Cheshire Podiatry also provide podiatry services for Aviva Policy Holders
Nail Surgery
To ensure your appointment is covered by Aviva
Contact Aviva first to confirm your policy includes podiatry and to get pre-authorisation for the correct procedure codes (see list below).
Please email us at info@cheshirepodiatry.com with your
(1) Contact details
(2) Membership number
(3) Pre-authorisation number
(4) Procedure codes
We will contact you to arrange an appointment with your Aviva Registered Podiatrist
Excess: If your Aviva policy has an excess, Aviva will notify you when it’s due. We will invoice you directly for any excess amount.
Nail Surgery & Procedure Codes
Nail Surgery :(S7010)
Initial (1 appointment) & Follow Up Appointment (3 appointments):
Please obtain the procedure codes of these appointments directly from Aviva
Vitality- Private Medical Insurance
Cheshire Podiatry also provide podiatry services for Vitality Policy Holders- While Cheshire Podiatry is happy to accept self referrals, your insurance provider may require a GP/Consultant referral prior to attending through Vitality. To find out
Cheshire Podiatry will bill your insurance company for each consultation. It is your responsibility to inform Vitality prior to each consultation and ensure that the appointment and / or treatment is pre authorised.
Failure to provide pre authorised treatment will require you to self fund.
While Cheshire Podiatry is happy to accept self referrals, your insurance provider may require a GP/Consultant referral prior to attending through Vitality.
To find out call Vitality on 0345 602 3523 or click the link below:
Nail Surgery
To ensure your appointment is covered by Vitality
Contact Vitality first to confirm your policy includes podiatry and to get pre-authorisation for the correct procedure codes (see list below).
Please email us at info@cheshirepodiatry.com with your
(1) Contact details
(2) Membership number
(3) Pre-authorisation number
(4) Procedure codes
We will contact you to arrange an appointment with your Vitality Registered Podiatrist
Excess: If your Vitality policy has an excess, Vitality will notify you when it’s due. We will invoice you directly for any excess amount.
Nail Surgery & Procedure Codes
Nail Surgery :(S7010) Per appointment patients will need to pre-authorise the following: SO601
Initial Consultation: No code required - Pre authorisation only
Follow Up Consultation: No code required - Pre authorisation only
Swift Verruca Treatment (coming soon): Per appointment patients will need to pre-authorise the following: SO601
Advanced MSK & 3D Gait analysis: Not covered by VITALITY benefits (self-funded only)
WPA- Private Medical Insurance
Cheshire Podiatry also provide podiatry services for WPA Policy Holders- While Cheshire Podiatry is happy to accept self referrals, your insurance provider may require a GP/Consultant referral prior to attending through Vitality. To find out
Cheshire Podiatry will bill your insurance company for each consultation. It is your responsibility to inform Vitality prior to each consultation and ensure that the appointment and / or treatment is pre authorised.
Failure to provide pre authorised treatment will require you to self fund.
While Cheshire Podiatry is happy to accept self referrals, your insurance provider may require a GP/Consultant referral prior to attending through WPA.
Unfortunately, WPA do not cover dressings, medication or medical devices such as orthotics and splints. Your Podiatrist can discuss if self-pay fees apply.
Obtaining a Procedure Code
To ensure your appointment is covered by WPA call them on 0345 122 3100
Contact WPA first to confirm your policy includes podiatry and to get pre-authorisation for the correct procedure codes (see list below).
Please email us at info@cheshirepodiatry.com with your
(1) Contact details
(2) Membership number
(3) Pre-authorisation number
(4) Procedure codes
- Initial Appointment: No code is required
- Follow-Up Appointment: No code is required
- Advanced Gait Analysis including Gait Retraining: Billed as initial (not specifically covered)
- Nail Surgery: This is not specifically covered by WPA (you need to check with WPA before surgery as it may be covered under certain policies)
We will contact you to arrange an appointment with your WPA Registered Podiatrist
Excess: If your WPA policy has an excess, WPA will notify you when it’s due. We will invoice you directly for any excess amount.
Provider Number: Malek Abdo: 600185626
Your appointments need to be pre authorised using the above code and Cheshire Podiatry will bill WPA directly for all appointments and treatments. It is important to ensure that you gain pre authorisation prior to attending any appointment within Cheshire Podiatry.
Patients are liable for appointment fees at the self-pay rate at the time of appointment Cheshire Podiatry are not provided with an approved pre authorisation code.