Published UK private hospital prices, September 2026.
Waits for a routine NHS GP appointment vary widely between practices.
What's usually included
The consultation itself. Prescriptions, tests and referral letters are often charged separately.
Example published prices
- Bupa: £89 for 15 minutes face to face (source)
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.
Questions and answers
How much does a private GP appointment cost in the UK?
A private GP appointment typically costs £60–£150 for a 15-minute face-to-face consultation. Video and phone appointments are usually cheaper. 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 GP appointment?
The consultation itself. Prescriptions, tests and referral letters are often charged separately.
Will health insurance pay for a GP appointment?
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 GP appointment on the NHS instead?
Waits for a routine NHS GP appointment vary widely between practices. 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)
- Gallbladder removal
- Carpal tunnel release
- Knee arthroscopy
- Varicose vein treatment
- Adult tonsillectomy
- Private consultant appointment