NHS surgery delays could mean PMI is 'only option' - AMII

Yesterday, a report issued through the British Orthopaedic Association and BBC found elective surgeries were being delayed and thresholds for surgery had been increased. In response, AMII explained that this could mean more people seeking health cover to avoid this potential disruption. Debbie Kleiner-Gaines, treasurer and executive committee member of AMMI, said people could see the private sector as their only option. "NHS Trusts delaying elective surgery such as hip and knee replacements make private treatment an even more attractive option to avoid unnecessary suffering," she s...