Health Shield Friendly Society Ltd Reviews 

4,108
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Considering 950 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers truly appreciate how remarkably easy it is to submit claims online and receive prompt, direct payments into their bank accounts without any hassle. People also frequently mention that the digital process is completely straightforward and that any occasional questions are handled quickly and efficiently by supportive staff. Some reviewers were not happy with claim rejections, noting that multiple attempts were frequently required or that specific receipts faced strict scrutiny and formatting rules. Additionally, a few individuals pointed out recurring technical difficulties with logging into the platform or navigating the online system.

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Claim

Customers report widespread satisfaction with the claim process, highlighting how easy it is to submit... See more

Payment

Customers consistently note positive experiences with payment, highlighting the fast and efficient processing... See more

Service

People report positive experiences with service, highlighting efficient delivery and straightforward, quick... See more

User experience

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of user experience, noting that the platform is convenient, efficient,... See more

Response time

Clients share positive opinions on response time, highlighting how quick and efficient the claim process is.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ITS THE BEST I have been a member of Health Shield since 1964and during that time can honestly say that I have never had any difficulty with any aspect of the service provided. Information reques... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been a member with healthshield for many years now. They are fast and operate a user friendly online process to make a claim and have a team of supportive staff members. Never had trouble claim... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My employer offers benefits through Health Shield and it makes a huge difference. The coverage is very comprehensive and the claims process is very straightforward. On the occasions I've not followed... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have made 2 claims for optical now. Easy to make claims and the turnaround is literally 2-3 days before you receive notification it has gone through. Money in my bank in less than a week. Brilliant 👏... See more


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  1. Health Insurance Agency

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We design and build health and wellbeing packages for businesses and their employees; helping people lead healthier, happier, more productive lives since 1877.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Made a claim for one of my children…

Made a claim for one of my children says claim and nal was getting looked at will take up to 5 working days. 3 weeks later still waiting. Had to put it through again.

Plus my first one I done for physiotherapy receipt was no good. Unfortunately the person I go to it's only hand written ones as she works from the house. So less I go to a private one I can't claim it back.

June 30, 2026
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Reply from Health Shield Friendly Society Ltd

Hello Mark,

Sorry that your recent experience was not what you expected. We ask for specific receipt requirements to ensure that claims are paid correctly. Our 4 Step Guide (copy the following link) https://www.healthshield.co.uk/customers/how-to-claim/ can be useful when submitting claims. If you have more questions, I’d be happy to help. Please complete our contact form (copy this link) https://www.healthshield.co.uk/contact-us/individual/health-cash-plan/member/ and select ‘Trust Pilot review’ or call 01270 588555.
Thanks,
Hannah

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

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website, app and claiming process is awful. should be much simpler to navigate. However payment received promptly when completed.

June 3, 2026

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