About The Priory Hospital
The Priory Hospital in Edgbaston is one of Birmingham's longest-established private hospitals and is now part of Circle Health Group. It provides treatment across a wide range of specialties, including orthopaedics, cardiology, general surgery, urology, gynaecology and gastroenterology, with outpatient clinics and on-site imaging enabling rapid assessment and diagnosis.
Patients stay in private en-suite rooms and are treated by consultants supported by dedicated nursing teams, with physiotherapy available on site to aid recovery. The hospital carries out day-case and inpatient surgery and welcomes patients using private medical insurance alongside those funding their own care, with self-pay prices available for many common procedures.
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Specialties
- Orthopaedics
- Cardiology
- General surgery
- Urology
- Gynaecology
- Gastroenterology
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
- Physiotherapy
What to expect
- Private en-suite rooms
- Consultant-led care
- On-site physiotherapy
- Fast access to diagnostics such as MRI and CT
- On-site parking
- Self-pay and insured patients welcome
How to access The Priory Hospital
With health insurance
Check the hospital is on your insurer's list (most major insurers include Circle Health Group 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 West Midlands
- Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital
- Nuffield Health North Staffordshire Hospital
- Nuffield Health Shrewsbury Hospital
- Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital
- Nuffield Health Wolverhampton Hospital
- Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham
Frequently asked questions
Is The Priory Hospital NHS or private?
The Priory Hospital is a private hospital, part of Circle Health Group. 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 The Priory Hospital with health insurance?
Most major UK health insurers include Circle Health Group facilities on their network, but always check your specific policy first. The Priory Hospital is recognised by major UK health insurers including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva and Vitality, and typically offers fixed-price self-pay packages.
Can I self-pay at The Priory 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.
What is The Priory Hospital's CQC rating?
The Priory Hospital is rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), England's independent regulator for health and social care providers. Ratings can change after inspections — see the reviews section on this page for the current figure and source.