Overview
The complainant (Mr C) raised concerns that Tayside NHS Board had refused to reimburse him for the costs of a private operation which he had arranged due to the time he would have had to wait for the operation to be funded by the NHS.
Specific complaint and conclusion
The complaint which has been investigated is that there was a delay by staff in placing Mr C's name on the waiting list for surgery (not upheld).
Redress and recommendation
The Ombudsman has no recommendations to make.