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Private Health Insurance & Referrals

Whether you're using private medical insurance or paying for your own treatment, accessing specialist ENT care should be simple and straightforward.

Understanding how referrals and private health insurance work before your appointment can help make the booking process smoother. Dr Eirini Lentari is recognised by all major UK private medical insurance providers and welcomes both insured and self-funding patients.

Whether you're arranging your first private consultation or have questions about referrals, pre-authorisation or insurance cover, we're here to help you access specialist ENT care with confidence.

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Using Private Health Insurance

Using Private Health Insurance

Private medical insurance can provide convenient access to specialist ENT care, but every insurance provider has its own requirements and level of cover.

Dr Eirini Lentari is recognised by all major UK private health insurance providers, allowing many patients to use their policy for consultations and treatment. Before booking your appointment, however, it's important to contact your insurer to understand exactly what your policy includes.

Depending on your provider, you may be asked to:

  • Obtain a referral from your GP

  • Request a pre-authorisation or claim reference number

  • Confirm that outpatient specialist consultations are included within your policy

  • Check whether any excesses or exclusions apply

Taking a few minutes to confirm these details before your appointment can help prevent delays and avoid unexpected costs later.

While our team can explain the appointment process, only your insurer can confirm what is covered under your individual policy.

Private medical insurance can provide convenient access to specialist ENT care, but every insurance provider has its own requirements and level of cover.

Dr Eirini Lentari is recognised by all major UK private health insurance providers, allowing many patients to use their policy for consultations and treatment. Before booking your appointment, however, it's important to contact your insurer to understand exactly what your policy includes.

Depending on your provider, you may be asked to:

  • Obtain a referral from your GP

  • Request a pre-authorisation or claim reference number

  • Confirm that outpatient specialist consultations are included within your policy

  • Check whether any excesses or exclusions apply

Taking a few minutes to confirm these details before your appointment can help prevent delays and avoid unexpected costs later.

While our team can explain the appointment process, only your insurer can confirm what is covered under your individual policy.

Accepted Health Insurance Providers

Accepted Health Insurance Providers

Dr Eirini is recognised by the following major UK private medical insurance providers:

  • Allianz

  • AXA PPP Healthcare

  • Aviva

  • VitalityHealth

  • WPA

  • Healix

  • Preferred Health

If your provider is listed above, we recommend contacting them before booking your appointment to confirm your cover and obtain any required authorisation.

Please remember that recognition by an insurer does not automatically guarantee that every consultation, investigation or treatment will be covered. Individual policies vary, so patients should always check their own level of cover directly with their provider.

Dr Eirini is recognised by the following major UK private medical insurance providers:

  • Allianz

  • AXA PPP Healthcare

  • Aviva

  • VitalityHealth

  • WPA

  • Healix

  • Preferred Health

If your provider is listed above, we recommend contacting them before booking your appointment to confirm your cover and obtain any required authorisation.

Please remember that recognition by an insurer does not automatically guarantee that every consultation, investigation or treatment will be covered. Individual policies vary, so patients should always check their own level of cover directly with their provider.

Referrals Explained

Referrals Explained

Many patients are unsure whether they need a referral before seeing a consultant ENT specialist.

The answer depends on whether you are using private medical insurance or arranging a self-funded consultation.

Patients who are paying for their own appointment can often book directly without first seeing their GP. However, many insurance providers require a GP referral before authorising specialist care.

A referral usually includes:

  • A summary of your symptoms

  • Relevant medical history

  • Previous treatment or investigations

  • The reason specialist assessment has been recommended

Some patients may also be referred by another healthcare professional, such as a consultant physician, speech and language therapist or audiologist.

If you're planning to use private medical insurance and are unsure whether a referral is required, we recommend checking with your insurer before arranging your appointment.

Many patients are unsure whether they need a referral before seeing a consultant ENT specialist.

The answer depends on whether you are using private medical insurance or arranging a self-funded consultation.

Patients who are paying for their own appointment can often book directly without first seeing their GP. However, many insurance providers require a GP referral before authorising specialist care.

A referral usually includes:

  • A summary of your symptoms

  • Relevant medical history

  • Previous treatment or investigations

  • The reason specialist assessment has been recommended

Some patients may also be referred by another healthcare professional, such as a consultant physician, speech and language therapist or audiologist.

If you're planning to use private medical insurance and are unsure whether a referral is required, we recommend checking with your insurer before arranging your appointment.

Preparing For Your Appointment

Preparing For Your Appointment

Having the right information available before your consultation helps ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.

If you're using private medical insurance, you may be asked to provide:

  • Your insurance provider

  • Membership or policy number

  • Pre-authorisation or claim reference number

  • GP referral letter, where applicable

You may also wish to bring:

  • Previous clinic letters

  • Scan or investigation results

  • Hearing test results, where relevant

  • A list of your current medications

Providing this information helps Dr Eirini gain a clearer understanding of your medical history and ensures your consultation is as informative and productive as possible.

Having the right information available before your consultation helps ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.

If you're using private medical insurance, you may be asked to provide:

  • Your insurance provider

  • Membership or policy number

  • Pre-authorisation or claim reference number

  • GP referral letter, where applicable

You may also wish to bring:

  • Previous clinic letters

  • Scan or investigation results

  • Hearing test results, where relevant

  • A list of your current medications

Providing this information helps Dr Eirini gain a clearer understanding of your medical history and ensures your consultation is as informative and productive as possible.

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Self-Funded Appointments

Patients who are not using private medical insurance are welcome to arrange a self-funded consultation.

Many people choose this option because it provides direct access to specialist ENT care without waiting for insurance approval or referral requirements. Appointments can usually be arranged directly with the practice, giving patients greater flexibility and control over their care.

Consultation fees are transparent, and if any further investigations or treatment are recommended, these will always be discussed with you beforehand so that you can make informed decisions.

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Our Clinic Locations

Our Clinic Locations

Dr Eirini Lentari provides private ENT consultations from two well-established London clinics, making specialist care accessible for patients across the capital and those travelling from elsewhere in the UK.

Canning Town

Address: 13 Minnie Baldock Street, London E16 1YE
Nearest station: Canning Town Station
Private appointments only

Phoenix Hospital Group – Harley Street

Address: 9 Harley St, London W1G 9QY
Nearest station: Oxford Circus or Bond Street
Located in the heart of London's private medical district



Battersea



Address: 9 Harley St, London W1G 9QY1st Floor, Turbine Hall B, Battersea Power Station
London, SW11 8DD

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I Need A GP Referral?

Do I Need Pre-Authorisation From My Insurance Provider?

Which Health Insurance Providers Do You Accept?

Can I Pay For My Appointment Without Insurance?

What If My Insurance Doesn't Cover Everything?

Can I Book Before Contacting My Insurer?

Why Choose Dr Eirini Lentari?

Why Choose Dr Eirini Lentari?

Dr Eirini Lentari is a Consultant ENT Surgeon and Phoniatrician with more than 25 years of international clinical experience. She provides expert assessment and treatment for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, voice and swallowing, delivering consultant-led care from your first appointment onwards.

Patients value her thorough and personalised approach, clear communication and commitment to evidence-based medicine. Every consultation is designed to provide a comprehensive assessment, an accurate diagnosis and a personalised management plan tailored to your individual needs.

Read Our Reviews | See More About Eirini


Dr Eirini Lentari is a Consultant ENT Surgeon and Phoniatrician with more than 25 years of international clinical experience. She provides expert assessment and treatment for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, voice and swallowing, delivering consultant-led care from your first appointment onwards.

Patients value her thorough and personalised approach, clear communication and commitment to evidence-based medicine. Every consultation is designed to provide a comprehensive assessment, an accurate diagnosis and a personalised management plan tailored to your individual needs.

Read Our Reviews | See More About Eirini


Book Your Consultation

Whether you're using private medical insurance or arranging a self-funded appointment, our aim is to make accessing specialist ENT care as straightforward as possible.

If you have questions about referrals, insurance cover or the booking process, our team will be happy to assist you before your appointment.

We look forward to welcoming you and supporting you throughout your care.


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Book an Appointment
Privacy Notice

lentari.admin@lips.org.uk

GMC no: 7336338

020 38709973

About
Conditions & Treatments
Patient Testimonials
Book an Appointment
Privacy Notice

lentari.admin@lips.org.uk

GMC no: 7336338

020 38709973

About
Conditions & Treatments
Patient Testimonials
Book an Appointment
Privacy Notice

lentari.admin@lips.org.uk

GMC no: 7336338

020 38709973