If you need Colorectal Cancer Surgery, waiting for diagnosis and treatment can be stressful. This guide explains the conditions that commonly lead to it and how private medical insurance can help you get seen and treated sooner.
What conditions lead to Colorectal Cancer Surgery?
Colorectal Cancer & Diverticular Disease
Colorectal cancer is the UK's second most common cause of cancer death. Surgery – laparoscopic or open resection – is the primary treatment for localised disease and offers the only realistic chance of cure. Diverticular disease causes pouches in the bowel wall that can become infected (diverticulitis) or perforated, requiring emergency or elective resection. Early surgical intervention is critical for outcome in both conditions.
How private health insurance can help with Colorectal Cancer Surgery
PMI covers colorectal consultant assessment, diagnostic colonoscopy and CT staging, laparoscopic or robotic surgery, hospital stay, and post-operative monitoring – with access to leading colorectal surgeons at the UK's best private hospitals.
Depending on your policy, cover can include:
- Faster access to a specialist consultant
- Diagnostic scans such as MRI, CT, ultrasound and X-ray
- A choice of consultant and private hospital from your insurer's list
- Surgery, hospital stay and, where included, post-treatment physiotherapy or rehabilitation
Cover, limits and exclusions vary between insurers and plans. Most policies don't cover pre-existing or chronic conditions, and you'll usually need a GP referral before claiming. Always check what your policy covers before starting treatment.
How it works
- Get a quote – tell us about yourself and what you want covered, using the form on this page.
- Compare policies – an adviser compares plans from leading UK insurers and recommends suitable options.
- Get covered – choose your plan and start cover once your insurer confirms it. Claims are then made through your insurer.
Want to know more? Read our guides to individual health insurance and family health insurance.
