What you need to do:​

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Please read this information before attending your consultation.​

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Important: It is your responsibility to notify Vitality before your consultation to ensure coverage. Failure to do so may result in Vitality not covering your consultation fees.

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Advanced Gait Analysis/Initial Injury Consultation: Not covered by Vitality benefits (self-funded only)

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Before your appointment:

1. Pre-authorisation: Vitality requires you to obtain a pre-authorisation number before your consultation.

2. Understand your policy: Ensure you are familiar with your Vitality policy, including any applicable excess

3. Contact Vitality: You can call Vitality at 0345 602 3523 or log into your Vitality member account HERE. They may require a referral from a Consultant or GP before approving your treatment.

4. Non-covered items: Vitality does not cover the cost of dressings, medications, or orthotics. These may incur additional charges, which your podiatrist will discuss with you during your consultation.

5. Policy coverage questions: If you are uncertain about your coverage, contact Vitality directly. The Functional Podiatrist cannot communicate with your insurance provider—this must be handled by the policyholder.

6. Important: It is your responsibility to notify Vitality before your consultation to ensure coverage. Failure to do so may result in Vitality not covering your consultation fees.

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Procedure codes for podiatrists:​​

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Procedure Codes for Podiatrists:

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• Initial Consultation: No code required – pre-authorisation only

• Follow-Up Consultation: No code required – pre-authorisation only

• Shockwave Therapy (per consultation): Pre-authorisation required for codes:

  • T5780 for plantar fasciitis

  • T7250 for Achilles tendinopathy

• Nail Surgery (per toe operated): Pre-authorisation required for code:

  • S7010 (includes local anaesthesia and phenol)

• Non-Image Guided Injection Therapy (per injection): Pre-authorisation required for code:

  • W9040

• Dressings, Medications, Splints, and Orthoses (medical insoles): Not covered by Vitality benefits (self-funded only)

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