Insurance Medicals
At SkinSense Private GP Chelmsford, we offer comprehensive insurance medicals, including driver medical assessments, employment health checks, and DVLA medicals. Our experienced GPs provide prompt, confidential, and professional evaluations tailored to your specific requirements.
Procedure
A Drivers (HGV) medical exam is a legal requirement for anybody looking to drive vehicles open to the public. All people wishing to drive vehicles such as a taxi, bus, lorry must have passed an examination with a registered doctor.
At Skin Sense GP Clinic our Doctors can perform a complete range of medical tests for your required drivers medical.You will need to bring a D4 medical form with you to your appointment (which can be downloaded from the DVLA website) as well as photographic identification such as a photo driving license or passport.If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you must also bring your most recent glasses prescription.
In order to complete your medical, you will need to bring a copy of your GP records. Our receptionist will provide you with a letter to give to your GP practice requesting this, if required.
Medical Assessment
Your medical assessment will be performed by our experienced Doctor.
The doctor will ask about any relevant current and previous health issues.
The doctor will perform a physical examination including eyesight test, blood pressure check and a general examination (Drivers who currently need glasses for driving are permitted to have their eyes tested within the last 12 months, You must bring the prescription to your appointment with you.)
The completed medical form will be given to you to take home.
Price
Insurance Medicals – Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is an insurance medical?
An insurance medical is a health assessment requested by your insurance company to check your general health before approving or renewing a policy.
2. What does the examination include?
It usually includes a medical history review, physical examination, blood pressure check, urine test, and sometimes blood tests or ECG, depending on the insurer’s requirements.
3. How long does it take?
Most insurance medicals take about 30–60 minutes.
4. Do I need to bring anything?
Yes. Please bring photo ID, any medical forms from your insurer, a list of medications, and glasses if you wear them.
5. Do I need to fast before the appointment?
Some tests may require fasting. Your insurer or our clinic will let you know beforehand if this applies to you.
6. Who performs the medical?
Your assessment will be carried out by a qualified GP or nurse at Skin Sense GP Clinic.
7. When will my results be sent?
Your results are usually sent directly to your insurance company within a few working days.
8. Can I get a copy of my results?
Yes – you can request a copy for your records once the report has been submitted.
9. How do I book an insurance medical?
You can book an appointment by calling Skin Sense GP Clinic, Chelmsford, or booking online at your convenience.
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