Why More Patients Are Choosing Private Transport for NHS Appointments

For many patients, getting to an NHS appointment is just as stressful as the appointment itself. Private ambulance services like MET Medical can provide a pay per use service which drops you off and picks you up at the right time. Our trained staff will even wait with you for your appointment.

Private Ambulance Services in Hertfordshire and London
Looking for a private ambulance in Hertfordshire or London? Met Medical provides fast, professional patient transport for hospital appointments, urgent care, and long-distance transfers. Our private ambulance crews include trained clinicians and paramedics, and we operate fully equipped vehicles for both emergency and non-emergency journeys. Whether you need urgent care at home or a safe transfer to or from hospital, you can call Met Medical directly—no referral required.

Facing a medical emergency abroad can be daunting, especially if you don’t have travel insurance. Without coverage, hospital bills can escalate rapidly, with ICU beds costing over $3,500 per day in some countries. In extreme cases, hospitals may even withdraw care if payments stop. Repatriation costs vary, with air ambulances ranging from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of pounds. At MET Medical, we provide free advice on repatriation options, ensuring you find the safest and most cost-effective way home. Don’t let an unexpected medical emergency turn into a financial crisis—know your options before you travel.

Is the NHS Being Abolished? Here's What You Need to Know

With recent news about NHS England closing, many people are asking: Is the NHS shutting down? The short answer is no—but big changes are happening. NHS England is a management body, not the NHS itself, and its functions are being merged into the Department of Health and Social Care. This shift aims to streamline healthcare administration and give more control to Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), which manage local NHS services.

Want to understand what this means for patients, funding, and the future of the NHS? Read our full breakdown.

Need a reliable private ambulance service for a care home transfer? MET Medical offers safe and professional patient transport, including long-distance transfers and care for patients with complex needs. Our team ensures comfort, medical support, and stress-free journeys. Contact us today to book your care home ambulance transfer!

Can you call a private ambulance instead of 999? In the UK, private ambulance services provide essential medical transport, hospital transfers, and urgent care when NHS services are delayed. While they do not respond to life-threatening emergencies, they can assist with private hospital admissions, non-emergency transport, and repatriation. Learn how Met Medical offers professional, reliable ambulance services tailored to your needs.

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MET Medical is an expert in long-distance ambulance journeys. From Cornwall to Scotland or even Spain, we can make the ambulance journey happen safely and comfortably.

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