Health Insurance For Independent Contractors
No sick pay. No downtime allowed. Protect your contract continuity and your health with fast-tracked private medical cover.
Why Contractors Need Specialist Health Cover
When you bill by the day, an unexpected health issue can put your entire livelihood on pause. Private healthcare ensures you bypass standard wait times and get back to your clients quickly. You can compare private health insurance options to find the perfect fit.
- Avoid Long Wait Lists
Get immediate access to specialists and scans rather than waiting months.
- Secure Contract Continuity
Maintain your professional reputation by managing your health disruptions effectively.
- IR35 & Tax Considerations
Options to structure cover whether operating through a Limited Company or Umbrella.
Cover Built Around How You Work
Contracting in the UK comes with complex structures. We help you find policies that align with your financial setup.
Limited Company (Outside IR35)
Pay for your policy through your limited company. Often an allowable business expense, though generally treated as a Benefit in Kind (P11D). Still highly tax-efficient compared to paying personally. See our director health insurance page for more details.
Inside IR35 Contracts
If you're operating inside IR35 or via an agency, we can help secure individual policies that still give you premium protection without complicating your tax status. Also perfect for self-employed professionals.
Umbrella Company
Operating through an umbrella? We connect you to policies paid personally but calibrated to ensure you aren't overpaying for unnecessary add-ons.
Types of Contractors We Help
What To Look For In A Policy
- Comprehensive Outpatient Cover: Crucial for fast diagnosis and scans.
- Mental Health Add-ons: Contracting can be isolating; extensive mental health cover protects against burnout.
- Virtual GP Access: Book a consultation on your lunch break without leaving your home office or site.
- Flexible Underwriting: Choose between Moratorium or Full Medical Underwriting. Learn more in our underwriting guide.
Trusted by Contractors Nationwide
"As an IT contractor, downtime between projects is costly. When I needed to see a specialist, I couldn't afford to wait months. The private cover elev8 helped me find gave me quick access to a consultant so I could get back to my contracts without disruption."
"Working in construction means my physical health is everything. When back pain started affecting my ability to work, my private policy meant I got faster diagnostics and physio, keeping my business moving."
"The flexibility is brilliant. I can schedule my private appointments around client meetings. It's an essential safety net for anyone who is self-employed and needs to protect their income."
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