About Spire Murrayfield Hospital
Spire Murrayfield Hospital provides private consultations, diagnostics and treatment in Edinburgh, with appointments typically available faster than equivalent NHS waiting times. Care is consultant-led throughout, from initial outpatient assessment through to any procedure or surgery required.
As with other private hospitals, patients can typically expect a private en-suite room for inpatient stays, flexible appointment times, and direct access to diagnostics such as blood tests, imaging and scans. Exact facilities and opening times are best confirmed directly with the hospital.
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Specialties
- Orthopaedics
- General surgery
- Gynaecology
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
- Diagnostics
- Physiotherapy
What to expect
- Private en-suite rooms
- Consultant-led care
- Fast access to diagnostics
- Self-pay and insured patients welcome
How to access Spire Murrayfield Hospital
With health insurance
Check the hospital is on your insurer's list (most major insurers include Spire Healthcare Ltd facilities), get a GP or direct-access referral, then pre-authorise the treatment with your insurer.
Self-pay
Ask the hospital for a fixed-price package quote — most offer them for common procedures, with payment plans often available.
NHS-funded
Some private hospitals treat NHS patients for certain procedures. Ask your GP whether choosing this hospital through the NHS e-Referral system is possible for your treatment.
Other private hospitals in Scotland
- Albyn Hospital
- Alpha Hospital Group
- Castle Craig Hospital
- Cygnet Wallace Hospital
- Kings Park Hospital
- Murdostoun Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Frequently asked questions
Is Spire Murrayfield Hospital NHS or private?
Spire Murrayfield Hospital is a private hospital, part of Spire Healthcare Ltd. Some private hospitals also treat NHS-funded patients for certain procedures under the NHS e-Referral system — ask your GP whether that's an option for your treatment.
Can I be treated at Spire Murrayfield Hospital with health insurance?
Most major UK health insurers include Spire Healthcare Ltd facilities on their network, but always check your specific policy first. Spire Healthcare Ltd hospitals are recognised by most major UK health insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality and others — check your specific policy's hospital list, and ask about self-pay packages if you're not insured.
Can I self-pay at Spire Murrayfield Hospital without insurance?
Yes — most private hospitals, including this one, offer fixed-price self-pay packages for common procedures, often with payment plans available. Ask the hospital directly for a quote.