What a consultant letter actually does — and why insurers act on it

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16 July 2026

What a consultant letter actually does — and why insurers act on it

Who the letter goes to, what it says, and why it moves things along.

Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon · reviewed 16/07/2026

After every consultation a letter goes to your GP, your insurer and the hospital that will see you at home. This guide explains what it contains and why it moves things along.

Full article in preparation — to be written and reviewed by Mr Sven Putnis. Replace this note with the article before launch.

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