Published UK private hospital prices, September 2026.
NHS general surgery waits were around 13 weeks median in mid-2026.
What's usually included
Usually surgeon's and anaesthetist's fees, hospital stay, medicines on discharge and follow-up. The first consultation and pre-surgery scans may be extra.
Example published prices
Prices are published "from" or guide prices and can change. Your consultant, the hospital, London location and medical complexity can all raise the final cost — always ask for a written, all-inclusive quote.
Self-pay or health insurance?
Paying yourself makes sense if you need one known procedure now — health insurance won't cover a condition you already have. Insurance is designed for what might happen in future: it spreads the cost of unexpected diagnosis and treatment into a monthly premium. See our guide to self-pay vs health insurance, or estimate what cover would cost you.
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Questions and answers
How much does a private gallbladder removal cost in the UK?
Private keyhole gallbladder removal (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) typically costs £6,500–£10,500. Prices vary by hospital, consultant and location, so always ask for a written, all-inclusive quote.
What's included in the price of a private gallbladder removal?
Usually surgeon's and anaesthetist's fees, hospital stay, medicines on discharge and follow-up. The first consultation and pre-surgery scans may be extra.
Will health insurance pay for a gallbladder removal?
If you have private health insurance and the condition started after your policy began, your insurer will usually cover it, subject to your policy terms, limits and excess. Conditions you had before taking out cover are normally excluded, so insurance won't help with treatment you already need.
Can I get a gallbladder removal on the NHS instead?
NHS general surgery waits were around 13 weeks median in mid-2026. Ask your GP about your NHS options, including choosing where you're treated.
Can I spread the cost of private treatment?
Many private hospitals offer finance or payment plans for self-pay patients. Check the interest rate and terms carefully before agreeing.
Other treatment costs
- Hip replacement
- Knee replacement
- Cataract surgery
- Inguinal hernia repair
- MRI scan
- Colonoscopy
- Gastroscopy (upper endoscopy)
- Carpal tunnel release
- Knee arthroscopy
- Varicose vein treatment
- Adult tonsillectomy
- Private GP appointment
- Private consultant appointment