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16th Apr 12 - Health Shield joins industry group to combat fraud
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider − has combined forces with the industry’s biggest players to tackle the growing problem of healthcare fraud.The Health Insurance Counter Fraud Group (HICFG) is designed to stamp out fraud through joint working an...
read more ...6th Apr 12 - Health Shield announces strong results in a competitive market
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – continues to confound the market after increasing gross annual premium income to over £25 million in another year of strong organic growth. Despite difficult economic conditions, the Society has ma...
read more ...3rd Mar 12 - Innovation and product development is key in 2012 HCP market – according to intermediaries
Innovation and product development will be key to success in 2012, according to a survey of healthcare intermediaries.The research – carried out amongst 1000 specialist brokers – has revealed that 98 per cent of respondents believe that innovation and an appetite to contin...
read more ...21st Dec 11 - Health Shield rounds off 2011 with another top industry award nomination
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – has been nominated for another award, this time at the Corporate Adviser Awards 2012. The non-profit making friendly society, which specialises in the corporate-paid market, has been shortlisted for ‘Best Cash ...
read more ...18th Dec 11 - Health Shield toasts success with Best Workplace Award
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – has proudly sponsored the Best Workplace of the Year at the HR NETWORK (SCOTLAND) Awards.The non-profit making friendly society presented William Grant & Sons – the independent family distillers – wit...
read more ...20th Nov 11 - Health Shield builds on success with appointment of new Finance Manager
Heath Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – has bolstered its team with the appointment of former Marks & Spencer finance manager, Alan Bryan.Alan, 58, from Leek, will be responsible for managing the accounts department, overseeing sales ledger and direct m...
read more ...20th Nov 11 - Health Shield focuses on quality with new campaign launch
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has launched Happy Town, its latest innovative marketing campaign.The friendly society has developed an A-Z of Happy Town, where users can find out more about Health Shield, its products and benefits. Ea...
read more ...24th Oct 11 - Health Shield scoops coveted industry award
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading health cash plan providers – has clinched a coveted prize at the prestigious Health Insurance Awards 2011. The non-profit making friendly society was named as Best Healthcare Cash Plan Provider, topping its highly commended award receive...
read more ...21st Sep 11 - Health Shield's Chief Executive conquers Great North Run
Health Shield’s Chief Executive, Jonathan Burton, limbered up with thousands of charity runners on Sunday to take part in the 31st BUPA Great North Run.The 44-year-old, who was appointed as Chief Executive of the award-winning friendly society in 2001, completed the half marathon in just over ...
read more ...21st Sep 11 - Kids Allowed at Health Shield
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – has bolstered its portfolio of high-profile clients after being chosen by childcare specialists, Kids Allowed, to supply its healthcare cash plan scheme.The non-profit friendly society, which has a 20 per cent share ...
read more ...16th Aug 11 - Health Shield deals with claims delays caused by postal changes
Health Shield is continuing to manage delays in claims reaching its office due to changes at the Crewe sorting office.The closure of the Royal Mail sorting office has forced post to be rerouted to Warrington and the move has directly affected the delivery of post. According to official figures, on a...
read more ...3rd Aug 11 - Health Shield toasts client success at Employee Benefit Awards
Health Shield is toasting the success of two of its corporate clients, after they triumphed at this year’s Employee Benefits Awards.First Group and DB Schenker were both recognised at the event, which identifies employers that have made a significant difference to their organisation through co...
read more ...3rd Aug 11 - Health Shield delivers strongest organic growth says Laing and Buisson Report
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – has delivered the strongest organic growth in the UK health cash plan market for the second year running, according to a report from Laing & Buisson.The Health Cover UK Market Report is published annually by the ...
read more ...13th Jul 11 - Health Shield bags new contract with Radley
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – is expanding its portfolio of high-profile clients after securing the UK’s leading handbag and accessories brand, Radley.The non-profit friendly society, which currently covers 20 per cent of all company-paid e...
read more ...15th Jun 11 - Health Shield's Steve Nixon pedals his way to Paris in charity challenge
The majority of people would opt for the comfort of Eurostar or a cross channel ferry to sample the delights of Paris, but Health Shield’s Steve Nixon is choosing pedal power in a mammoth charity challenge.The 45-year-old – who joined the non-profit making friendly society in 2009, as ac...
read more ...15th Jun 11 - Latest NHS dental figures highlight growing need for healthcare cover
For the sixth consecutive quarter, the number of patients seen by an NHS dentist has exceeded the baseline set in March 2006.According to the NHS Dental Statistics for England (2010/11, third quarterly report), a total of 29.1 million patients were seen in the 24 month period ending March 2011, an i...
read more ...3rd May 11 - Health Shield's Marsh conquers marathon challenge
His day job is all about managing risks for award-winning corporate health cash plan provider, Health Shield. Outside of work, Courtney Marsh is more than happy to tackle an epic challenge or two – this time, the London Marathon.The 36-year-old – who joined the non-profit making friendly...
read more ...11th Apr 11 - More employees opting for fitness benefits, as healthy living grows in importance amongst UK workforces
Fitness is one of the fastest growing most popular healthcare benefits, highlighting the increasing role that healthy living now plays in UK workplaces.According to primary market research – carried out over a four year period by Health Shield, one of the UK’s leading corporate health ca...
read more ...7th Apr 11 - Health Shield launches distinctive campaign in voluntary corporate push
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has launched an innovative advertising campaign to promote its Voluntary Corporate health cash plan.The distinctive ‘pigs might fly’ campaign cleverly showcases the scheme, which allows emplo...
read more ...4th Apr 11 - Health Shield hosts Broker Day in a product development push
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – will host an exclusive ‘Broker Day’ next month, in association with Munich Health.The event, which is open to 100 UK intermediaries, will focus on product development, adapting to changing ma...
read more ...1st Apr 11 - Health Shield announces strong results in a competitive market
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has increased gross annual premium income to just under £23 million in another year of strong organic growth.Despite a tough economy when a number of cash plan providers have struggled, HealthShiel...
read more ...18th Feb 11 - Health Shield clinches hat-trick of new client wins
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has clinched a hat-trick of new client wins to expand its burgeoning portfolio.The organisation, which specialises in the corporate-paid market, will provide Tailored and Essential schemes for the Coordi...
read more ...7th Feb 11 - Health Shield kicks off 2011 with top industry award nomination
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has been nominated for an award at the prestigious Corporate Adviser Awards 2011. The non-profit making friendly society, which specialises in the corporate-paid market, has been shortlisted for &ls...
read more ...18th Jan 11 - Claims backlog caused by postal delays.
Health Shield is making progress in dealing with a significant backlog of claims caused by a severe disruption to postal deliveries before and after the Christmas break.The closure of the Royal Mail sorting office in Crewe means that post is now handled at Warrington, which has caused a notable dela...
read more ...21st Dec 10 - Health Shield completes comprehensive scheme review
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – has been able to hold pricing on its ‘Cover for You’ Essentials schemes, following an extensive review of the entire product portfolio and membership plan terms and conditions.For the third year running, ...
read more ...21st Dec 10 - Health Shield extends cash plan after comprehensive review
Health Shield – the award-winning corporate health cash plan provider – has expanded its voluntary Corporate scheme after creating a brand new entry level.From the 1 January, employees can now choose from six levels of cover under the Health Shield Corporate scheme. The new ‘Access...
read more ...9th Dec 10 - Health Shield re-energizes with Eaga Partnership contract
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has been energized by adding Eaga Partnership to its list of high profile clients.The organisation, which specialises in the corporate-paid market, will provide a Tailored health cash plan to 4,500 emplo...
read more ...10th Nov 10 - Health Shield gets green light by Aston Martin
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – is revving up its new business drive after securing one of the world’s most luxurious car manufacturers, Aston Martin.The organisation, which specialises in the corporate-paid market, has secured a...
read more ...8th Nov 10 - Member Mailers have now been sent to members on Corporate, Direct, Direct Plus and National Police 2011 Healthcare Cash Plans.
Member mailers with the new 2011 membership plans have now been sent in the post to Health Shield members on Corporate, Direct, Direct Plus and National Police 2011 Healthcare Cash Plans only.The terms and conditions of your new plan completely replace those of any previous Health Shield membership....
read more ...27th Oct 10 - Two in two as Health Shield is highly commended at top awards
Health Shield has topped off a successful year after being highly commended at a second major industry awards just weeks after its Cover Awards win. Health Shield was ranked in the top three in the Healthcare Cash Plan Provider of the Year at the prestigious Health Insurance Awards 2010. The so...
read more ...10th Oct 10 - Health Shield clinches Cover Award
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has retained its crown at the prestigious Cover Excellence Awards 2010.The non-profit making friendly society, which specialises in the corporate-paid market, has been named as ‘Best Cash Plan Prov...
read more ...4th Oct 10 - Comet reaps rewards from 'health plan' launch.
Employee benefits can be beneficial for employers as well. Better staff retention, ease of recruitment and strengthening working relationships are just the tip of the iceberg. Companies need to be savvy in the selection of benefits for staff, to ensure they will see a return on investment. A case in...
read more ...2nd Oct 10 - Health Shield's Marsh conquers triathlon challenge.
Battling against Olympians, while clocking up over 50km across three countries in just 24 hours, is all in a day’s work for Health Shield’s chief risk officer, Courtney Marsh. Marsh, who joined the corporate health cash plan provider in June, completed the epic charity triathlon – ...
read more ...31st Mar 10 - Employees appreciate that the best things come in small packages
In the current economic climate, managers are increasingly looking for new ways to motivate their staff and create a productive and healthy workforce.Employee engagement has long been regarded as one of the most effective ways to ensure that staff are not only able to perform in their roles, but are...
read more ...31st Mar 10 - Health Shield conquers competitive market to post strong results
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has increased annual premium income to more than £20 million in a year of strong growth for the Society.In 2009, earned premiums rose by 12 per cent, alongside the highest annual figure on record f...
read more ...31st Mar 10 - Health Shield Hits All-Time KPI High
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has improved customer service levels after hitting an all-time high in claims performance. In 2009, the Society processed 89.6 per cent of claims within two working days, whilst also maintaining a very h...
read more ...19th Feb 10 - Health Shield has got 100,000 covered
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has hit the 100,000 members mark in a year of unprecedented growth. The membership milestone is coupled with an extensive re-branding exercise for the Crewe-based organisation in a bid to shake-up its co...
read more ...22nd Dec 09 - Member Mailer 2010
Member Mailers have now been sent to members on Corporate, Direct and Direct Plus 2010 Healthcare Cash Plans.Member mailers with the new 2010 membership plans have now been sent in the post to Health Shield members on Corporate, Direct and Direct Plus 2010 Healthcare Cash Plans only.The terms and co...
read more ...10th Dec 09 - Essential cover from Health Shield
The new Health Shield Essentials schemes have become the number one bestsellers with customers in the first year of its launch.A large number of organisations have snapped up the schemes, taking advantage of the diverse range of benefits that are available from 75 pence per week. Essentials Plus, wh...
read more ...3rd Dec 09 - Health Shield completes major rebrand
Health Shield – one of the UK’s leading corporate health cash plan providers – has completed a major re-brand by unveiling a radical new image for the 130-year-old society. The Crewe-based organisation [change for national publications] kicked-off the extensive re-branding exercise...
read more ...2nd Dec 09 - New exhibition stand unveiled
Health Shield has unveiled a striking new exhibition stand to strengthen its position across the conference and exhibition circuit in 2009/10. The contemporary stand, which will be displayed at a number of major exhibitions over the next year, is designed to be inviting for delegates, while boasting...
read more ...1st Dec 09 - Health Shield's new look website
Health Shield has unveiled a fresh and dynamic website to mark the launch of a radical re-brand. The website showcases Health Shield’s significant makeover, while providing visitors with greater accessibility and enhanced online services. Cram-packed with new features, the contemporary w...
read more ...12th Nov 09 - Health Shield tops triumphant two weeks with awards honour
Health Shield has topped a great year after being highly commended at a second major industry awards – just days after its first accolade. Health Shield was ranked as one of the top Healthcare Cash Plan Providers of the Year at the prestigious Health Insurance Awards 2009. The glittering award...
read more ...12th Oct 09 - Health Shield 'insures' future success with major award win
Health Shield has clinched a major industry award just 10 months after launching an ambitious new five year plan.Health Shield has been crowned Group Cash Plan Provider of the Year at the Cover Excellence Awards 2009.The awards – hosted by leading health insurance protection magazine, Cover &n...
read more ...12th May 09 - Health Shield 'lives electricals' after teaming up with Comet
Health Shield has significantly increased its corporate membership after clinching major electrical retailer, Comet.The society has launched a comprehensive healthcare cash plan for the retail giant, rolling the scheme out to all 7,500 employees. Health Shield’s real-time tailored software ena...
read more ...12th Feb 09 - Sales Director wins major industry award
Health Shield’s Peter McAndrew has been awarded Sales Director of the Year at The British Excellence in Sales & Marketing Awards 2009.Peter, who joined Health Shield in 1996, was honoured at the prestigious awards, which aim to identify organisations and individuals who demonstrate the hig...
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