HBSUK Reviews 5,760

TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.0

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Review summary

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Considering 4,173 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent service and the helpful, friendly staff. Many appreciate the quick access to specialists and the efficiency of the process, often highlighting the ease of self-referral and the promptness of appointments. People are particularly happy with the clear communication and the professional, empathetic approach of the consultants. However, some people were dissatisfied with aspects of the user experience, noting issues with video call functionality, connectivity problems, and the perceived brevity of some consultations. A few reviewers also mentioned slow response times and difficulties in navigating the platform or understanding the purpose of certain steps in the process.

What people talk about most

Service

Customers had positive experiences with service, praising the quick and easy booking process and prompt... See more

Staff

People report positive experiences with staff. Customers consistently praise the helpfulness,... See more

User experience

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Customer service

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Response time

Consumers find response times to be ambiguous. Many reviewers praise the quick access to doctors/specialists... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to book the appointments and the doctors attended on time and were very helpful. Obviously not an emergency but did feel things moved a little slow, waited one day for first appointment then got... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This was supposed to be a video appointment, but it wasn’t. I did not receive the link to book or to proceed with the scan. As mentioned by the doctor, I was referred for an emergency scan, but I have... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great service and friendly staff, it would be five stars but when joining the video call there is not an option to switch the camera around. I was using the latest iPhone, so I’m not sure if thi... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I've generally had an exceptional experience with this company, once I've got the initial assessment, which can be a bit confusing and having to wait to hear back if my claim has been approved. But th... See more

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Company details

  1. #34 of 40 best companies in Health consultant

Written by the company

Healthcare Business Solutions UK (HBSUK) gets people the care they need, quickly and gives patients choice in accessing the right care when it's needed. At the heart of what we do is a drive to make healthcare better. We help the NHS and private healthcare providers reduce waiting times and costs by providing digital outpatient services via our Virtual Lucy platform. Alongside this, we provide the NHS will full insourcing solutions to expand on-site clinical capacity and deliver more appointments for patients. We are the only healthcare provider who can deliver these blended care pathways. We take a digital first approach to healthcare via our online outpatients service, Virtual Lucy. This services ensures all cases are assessed by clinical specialists, typically within 72 hours, without the need for a face to face appointment. Patients interact with us at their convenience and from where they want. There is no need to travel to a hospital, reducing carbon emissions and travel costs, helping make healthcare more sustainable. Around 50% of patients using the Virtual Lucy service do not require a follow up. Regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and overseen by a highly experienced Medical Advisory Board, we deliver safe, effective care with best in class governance. Virtual Lucy improves patient outcomes by enabling patients to tell the story in a personalised manner At the same time, standardised questions enforce a consistent clinical approach, with the ability to monitor clinician performance which isn't possible in a standard face to face appointment.

We're making healthcare better

Written by the company

We get patients the care they need, quickly.
We have four values. Excellence: We don’t settle for anything less than excellence. Patient focus: The patient always matters most. Integrity: We care about what we do and can be trusted to deliver. Collaboration: We always work together and support each other

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great session

Great session with clear explanation & guidance

19 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We are pleased you found the session great, with clear explanations and guidance. We appreciate your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service

Appointment arranged swiftly and completed within 3 days - excellent service. MRI scan appointment ran to time and staff were helpful and supportive, making it a positive experience.

20 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We're pleased to hear your appointment was arranged swiftly. Thank you for your positive feedback about our helpful staff!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and efficient process to progress…

Fast and efficient process to progress my issue to the next stage. Clear communication from the Physio

19 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We're glad our process was fast and efficient, and that our clinician provided clear communication. We appreciate your feedback.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Virtual Lucy is awful

Virtual Lucy is awful It is a waste of time and money. Bring back people.

15 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We’re sorry you don’t feel your experience lived up to your expectations. We’d like to understand your feedback in more detail so we can look into this for you. Please email us on support@hbsuk.co.uk.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great assessment with Jamie

Great assessment with Jamie. Listened to all my concerns, gave me some things to do and referred me for face to face physio sessions. Got an appointment with the physio the following day. Great service

18 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We are so pleased to hear about your positive experience with your assessment and the prompt follow-up. We appreciate you sharing your feedback.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I am awaiting an appointment that i was…

I am awaiting an appointment that i was told would be contacted directly by the hospital for an MRI and have heard nothing

12 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We appreciate you sharing your experience. We always aim to deliver prompt, effective care. However, there are, on occasions, unavoidable but short waits for certain tests / scans. Our contact centre tracks all imaging referrals and are efficient in chasing results to reduce potential delays.

A member of our team will be in contact, in the meantime If we can help with any further issues, please email at support@hbsuk.co.uk.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Support and Staff

Every person that I dealt with including the consultant were extremely helpful and friendly.

I didn't have to wait for anything and they handled everything with the hospital for me and in a very timely manner.

Thank you for your help it is amazing.

20 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We're glad to hear that our team was helpful and friendly. It's wonderful to know we could handle everything efficiently for you. Thank you for your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Seamless

Start to finish, super easy to access the treatment I needed. Thanks

12 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We are so glad we could provide easy access to the treatment you needed. We appreciate your feedback!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Great service and very quick I found it…

Great service and very quick I found it extremely difficult to use or find results of reports .
It really is a game changer in getting medical issues reviewed

13 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We appreciate your feedback! We're glad our service is a game-changer for you. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

overall review

The portal is easy to use; I appreciated the detailed information requested to help make a better diagnosis; the doctor I spoke with was very knowledgeable and competent.

16 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We appreciate you sharing your feedback. We are glad to hear our portal was easy to use and that our clinician was knowledgeable and competent. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick

Quick, compassionate meeting.

12 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re pleased to hear you had a positive experience of using the HBS platform.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Nothing in particular the whole experience was easy, informative and friendly

15 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We're glad you found your experience easy, informative, and friendly. Thank you for your feedback!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Telephone consultation

I had a telephone consultation with Charlotte, who I found to be helpful but I felt rushed as if she wanted to deal with me quickly and get me off the line.

18 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We’re sorry you don’t feel your experience lived up to your expectations. We’d like to understand your feedback in more detail so we can look into this for you. Please email us on support@hbsuk.co.uk.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The assessment process was highly stressful and unsympathetic

The assessment process was highly stressful, and the clinician did not attentively listen to my explanations. I was subjected to unnecessary questions. Furthermore, upon reviewing the medical report, I observed that the clinician had included inaccurate information and failed to record the discussions, which is a violation of data protection regulations. I intend to file a formal complaint regarding this matter.

15 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

Thank you for your comments. We’re sorry you don’t feel your experience lived up to your expectations. Our aim is to get everyone the right care as quickly as possible, and we aim to deliver an excellent service for all patients. I have asked a member of our team to contact you and resolve this issue as a priority for you. If we can help with any further issues, please contact us on 0115 857 3842 or email at support@hbsuk.co.uk.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Swollen and painful knee

The physio that I spoke with seemed to be very much aware of the symptoms and allocated four exercises and a follow up appointment. I would have preferred to actually see my local physio in person but I will discuss that at my next appointment if the exercises have not improved the situation

18 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We appreciate your feedback and are glad our clinician provided exercises and a follow-up. We understand your preference for in-person care and hope the exercises help. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

How quick it is and very helpful

How quick it is and very helpful

19 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

Great to hear using the HBS platform has helped you get the right care quickly. Thank you for your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from HBSUK

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re pleased to hear you had a positive experience of using the HBS platform.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to use

Easy to use, quick, friendly

19 May 2026
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Reply from HBSUK

We're glad you found us easy to use, quick, and friendly. Thank you for your feedback!

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