- Address
- Rugby, CV22 5PX
- Run by
- University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
- Type
- Community hospital
- Region
- West Midlands, England
Check waiting times ↓ Map and reviews → Phone and opening details →
Waiting times at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
58% waiting under 18 weeks. 68,683 people on the list.
65% under 18 weeks. The NHS constitution standard is 92% within 18 weeks.
| Specialty | Typical wait | Under 18 weeks | People waiting | England average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ear, nose and throat (ENT) | 23 weeks | 40% | 8,613 | 15 weeks longer |
| General surgery | 13 weeks | 62% | 8,030 | 13 weeks |
| Ophthalmology (eyes) | 17 weeks | 53% | 6,558 | 10 weeks longer |
| Gynaecology | 21 weeks | 44% | 6,506 | 14 weeks longer |
| Orthopaedics (bones and joints) | 13 weeks | 61% | 5,128 | 14 weeks |
| Neurosurgery | 17 weeks | 52% | 4,850 | 13 weeks longer |
| Urology | 17 weeks | 51% | 3,632 | 12 weeks longer |
| Neurology | 13 weeks | 60% | 3,557 | 13 weeks |
| Dermatology | 6 weeks | 86% | 3,222 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Oral surgery | 15 weeks | 60% | 3,216 | 16 weeks shorter |
| Respiratory medicine | 12 weeks | 72% | 2,580 | 10 weeks longer |
| Cardiology | 11 weeks | 75% | 1,903 | 12 weeks |
| Gastroenterology | 9 weeks | 78% | 1,334 | 11 weeks shorter |
| Rheumatology | 5 weeks | 96% | 643 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Plastic surgery | 13 weeks | 61% | 526 | 14 weeks |
| General medicine | 4 weeks | 94% | 490 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Cardiothoracic surgery | 8 weeks | 85% | 335 | 10 weeks shorter |
| Elderly medicine | 4 weeks | 97% | 99 | 7 weeks shorter |
"Typical wait" is the median time people currently on the waiting list have waited so far, from referral, for consultant-led treatment. Figures cover the whole of University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, not just this hospital. Source: NHS England Referral to Treatment (RTT) waiting times, July 2026.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meriden Hospital | Circle Health Group | Good | 9.0 miles |
| Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 12 miles |
| Spire Leicester Hospital | Spire Healthcare | Good | 18 miles |
| Horton Treatment Centre | Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited | Good | 21 miles |
| Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital | Nuffield Health | Good | 21 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | Price guide → |
| Inguinal hernia repair | £3,000–£5,500 | Price guide → |
| Gallbladder removal | £6,500–£10,500 | Price guide → |
| Cataract surgery | £2,000–£4,000 per eye | Price guide → |
| Hip replacement | £13,000–£19,000 | Price guide → |
| Knee replacement | £13,500–£20,000 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- University Hospital Coventry, Coventry (9 miles)
- Warwick Hospital, Warwick (14 miles)
- George Eliot Hospital, Nuneaton (15 miles)
- Northampton General Hospital, Northampton (18 miles)
- Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester (20 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are NHS waiting times at Hospital of St Cross?
At University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, which runs Hospital of St Cross, the typical (median) wait so far for people on the waiting list was 14 weeks across all specialties in July 2026, and 58% had waited under 18 weeks. Ear, nose and throat (ENT) had the most people waiting (8,613). These figures cover the whole of University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, so waits at this particular hospital may differ. See waiting times by specialty →
Can I choose to be treated at Hospital of St Cross?
In England you usually have a legal right to choose which hospital you're referred to for your first outpatient appointment with a consultant, if you need non-urgent treatment. Ask your GP to refer you, or use the NHS App to compare options.
Where is the nearest private hospital to Hospital of St Cross?
The nearest private hospital we list is The Meriden Hospital, about 9 miles away by straight-line distance. There are 5 private hospitals within 40 miles on this page. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from England's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.