Do I need a referral?
Seeing a cardiologist does not always require a GP referral, depending on how your appointment is funded. In this video, Dr Ravi Assomull, a Private Cardiologist in London, explains referral requirements for self funded and insured patients.
Learn more about Your journey or book a consultation with Dr Assomull – no GP referral needed, appointments typically within one working day.
Transcript
If you'd like to come and see me, the good news is you don't necessarily need a referral. This is certainly the case of your self-funding for your appointment. Now, if you're using your private medical insurance, most insurance companies will insist on a GP referral.
But the good news is that a lot of these insurance companies now provide their own in-house GP service that you can use for a quick review and a prompt referral.
