NHS Referral

[Stucoo]

Hi,

After having my ablation 3 years ago my AF is back and it’s persistent. When I was diagnosed I was fortunate to have private medical insurance and saw a consultant promptly. The insurance company wrote to me after my ablation to say I was no longer covered as my AF was now classed as a chronic condition. My GP has referred me on the NHS, I’m not sure if it’s to an EP or not, but does anyone know how long a referral can take? I appreciate we are in troubling times.

I’m hoping they will try a cardioversion.

Thanks,

Stuart

[bantam12]

My brother in law is waiting to see a cardiologist for cardioversion and it's been postponed until all this is over so could be a long wait ! Try calling the hospital for info although they may not be able to tell you much.

[Koassilator in reply to bantam12]

Good luck with that. My guy Nov19 said CV within weeks. Ahem. 😷👎

[Hidden]

Hi Stuart, probably a bit late now, but I think you should be able to have some input regarding who your GP refers you to and if it suits you, he may be able to refer you to the EP who did your first ablation. I am on a list to have an ablation at St George’s London and it was originally due around June but I had a telephone appointment with the EP last week and as expected, waiting lists are going to be extended until the current issues ease. I don’t know, but I expect the same might apply to CV’s. Just a thought, but it might be worth discussing a Pill in the Pocket option with your GP/Consultant......good luck

[Salvatore68 in reply to Hidden]

What is pill in a pocket? How does it eork

[Hidden in reply to Salvatore68]

Some people diagnosed with paroxysmal AF are prescribed with a rhythm drug such as Flecainide which they take soon after an episode starts. They take a substantial dose and the plan is they revert to sinus rhythm but it must be prescribed by a doctor. Some have similar arrangements with a betablocker. Suggest you Google “Flecainide pill in pocket” to find out more.....

[Barb1]

Hi Stucoo, could you PM me with name of the Insurance company. I am worried now!