Paying for Your Vascular Ultrasound Through Insurance
You may be able to use private medical insurance to pay for your vascular ultrasound or Doppler scan at Tunica Diagnostics, depending on your policy and insurer authorisation.
Before your appointment, please confirm your cover with your insurer and obtain any authorisation information required for your scan.
Before your insured appointment
Please check the requirements of your individual insurance policy before attending the clinic.
Private medical insurance for vascular ultrasound
Private medical insurance may cover the cost of a vascular ultrasound examination, depending on your insurer, policy and the reason for your scan.
Insurance policies differ, so cover should be confirmed directly with your insurer before your appointment. Your insurer may require a referral, pre-authorisation or other information before agreeing to fund the examination.
Once your scan has been authorised, please provide Tunica Diagnostics with the relevant policy information and authorisation details before attending.
If your insurance does not cover the examination, or you prefer not to claim through insurance, our vascular ultrasound scans are also available on a self-pay basis.
Insurance cover is subject to the terms of your individual policy. Please do not assume that a scan will be covered automatically. Confirm your benefits and obtain any required authorisation from your insurer before your appointment.
Arranging an insured vascular ultrasound
A few simple checks before your appointment can help make the insurance process straightforward.
Contact your insurer
Tell your insurer which vascular ultrasound examination you have been advised to undergo and ask whether it is covered by your policy.
Obtain authorisation
Ask whether pre-authorisation is required and obtain the relevant authorisation code or reference number.
Contact Tunica
Provide us with your policy or membership details, authorisation information and the scan you require.
Attend your scan
Once the required information has been confirmed, attend our Central London clinic for your vascular ultrasound examination.
Insurance information to have ready
Your insurer may provide several pieces of information when they authorise your vascular ultrasound.
Having these details available when contacting Tunica Diagnostics helps us identify the appropriate payment pathway for your appointment.
Requirements can vary between insurers and policies, so please follow any specific instructions provided by your insurer.
You can also pay privately
If your insurance does not cover your examination, you can still arrange a vascular ultrasound as a self-paying patient.
We publish clear prices for our core vascular ultrasound and Doppler examinations so you can see the cost before arranging your scan.
Specialist vascular ultrasound in Central London
Whether your examination is funded through insurance or paid for privately, our service remains focused on specialist vascular ultrasound and patient care.
Vascular focus
A diagnostic service focused specifically on vascular ultrasound and Doppler imaging.
Professional standards
Examinations are delivered within an established clinical governance framework.
CQC registered
Tunica Diagnostics is registered with the Care Quality Commission.
Central London
Our diagnostic clinic is located on Charing Cross Road in Central London.
Vascular ultrasound services
Explore our core vascular ultrasound examinations before contacting your insurer.
DVT Ultrasound
Venous duplex ultrasound for assessment of suspected deep vein thrombosis in the legs.
View DVT scans →Varicose Vein Duplex
Ultrasound assessment of the superficial and deep veins, venous reflux and venous insufficiency.
View venous scans →Leg Arterial Doppler
Arterial duplex ultrasound for peripheral arterial disease and lower-limb circulation.
View arterial scans →Carotid Ultrasound
Carotid and vertebral artery duplex ultrasound to assess blood flow through the arteries of the neck.
View carotid scans →AAA Ultrasound
Ultrasound assessment of the abdominal aorta and iliac arteries for aneurysm assessment.
View aneurysm scans →Specialist Assessments
Selected complex vascular ultrasound examinations including renal, visceral, AVM and other assessments.
View specialist scans →Paying for vascular ultrasound through insurance
Common questions about private medical insurance and vascular ultrasound appointments.
Can I use private medical insurance for my vascular ultrasound?
You may be able to use private medical insurance, depending on your insurer, policy and the examination required. Please confirm your individual cover with your insurer before attending.
Do I need an authorisation code?
Your insurer may require pre-authorisation before funding your vascular ultrasound. If an authorisation code or reference is provided, please have it available when contacting Tunica Diagnostics.
What insurance details do I need?
Please have your policy or membership number and any authorisation code or reference provided by your insurer. Additional requirements may apply depending on your policy.
Do I need a referral for an insured scan?
This depends on the requirements of your insurer and policy. Your insurer can confirm whether a referral is required before authorising the examination.
What if my insurer does not cover the scan?
You may still be able to arrange the examination as a self-paying patient. Our current self-pay vascular ultrasound prices are published on our price list.
Can I book before contacting my insurer?
If you intend to use insurance, we recommend confirming your cover and obtaining any required authorisation before attending your appointment.
How much is a vascular ultrasound if I self-pay?
Prices depend on the examination. Many one-leg Doppler ultrasound examinations are £199, carotid ultrasound is £199, and AAA and standard ABPI assessments are £150. Please see our full price list for current fees.
Where is Tunica Diagnostics?
Tunica Diagnostics is located at 111 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0DT.
Arrange your vascular ultrasound
Once you have confirmed your insurance arrangements, contact Tunica Diagnostics to arrange your vascular ultrasound appointment.
If you are unsure about the scan you require or the information we need from your insurer, contact the clinic before attending.
Need help arranging your scan?
Contact Tunica Diagnostics with your insurance authorisation details or ask us about arranging your vascular ultrasound as a self-paying patient.