Self-Pay Patients

 

Self-paying gives you the flexibility to arrange appointments without waiting for insurer authorisation and allows treatment decisions to be based solely on your clinical needs.

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Consultation Fees

 

Appointment                                                                                            Fee

 

Initial Consultation (30–45 minutes)                                            £280

Follow-up Consultation (15 minutes)                                            £140

 

Consultation fees include:

• A detailed assessment

• Review of previous investigations and imaging

• Physical examination where appropriate

• Discussion of diagnosis and treatment options

• A written clinic letter sent to you and, with your consent, your GP or referring clinician

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Procedure Fees

 

The cost of procedures varies depending on:

• The type of procedure

• Whether one or both sides are treated

• The hospital where your treatment is performed

• Imaging requirements

• Consumables used during the procedure

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Before booking any treatment, you will receive a personalised quotation outlining all expected costs from Spire Healthcare.

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This quotation may include:

• Consultant procedure fee

• Hospital charges

• Imaging fees

• Consumables

• Any follow-up arrangements where applicable

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There is no obligation to proceed with treatment after your consultation.

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Private Medical Insurance

 

I am recognised by the majority of major private medical insurers including:

• BUPA

• AXA

• Vitality

• WPA

• AVIVA

• Allianz

• Healix

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If you are using private health insurance, please:

• Check your policy covers your consultation or procedure.

• Obtain any required pre-authorisation before your appointment.

• Bring your membership number and authorisation details with you.

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Depending on your insurer and policy, you may still be responsible for:

• An excess

• Shortfalls

• Charges not covered by your policy

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If you are unsure what your insurer will cover, we recommend contacting them before your appointment.

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Payment

 

Payment for self-pay consultations is required at least 7 days before your appointment.

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Accepted payment methods will be confirmed when your appointment is arranged.

If you have any questions regarding invoices or payment, please contact my secretary.

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Cancellation Policy

 

Appointments are reserved exclusively for you.

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If you need to cancel or rearrange your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible.

 

We kindly request at least 48 hours' notice for cancellations whenever possible.

Late cancellations or missed appointments will incur a full cancellation fee.

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

Will I know the cost before treatment?

 

Yes.

You will always receive information about the expected costs before deciding whether to proceed with any procedure.

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Are hospital fees included?

 

Hospital charges are usually separate from the consultant's professional fees. Your personalised quotation will explain exactly what is included.

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Can I pay for treatment myself even if I have insurance?

 

Yes.

Some patients choose to self-fund treatment, particularly if they have a policy excess, treatment exclusions or wish to proceed without waiting for insurer approval.

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Do I need to pay on the day?

 

For most self-pay consultations, payment is required 7 days before your appointment. Procedure payment arrangements will be confirmed before treatment.

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Can I obtain a receipt for my records?

 

Yes.

Receipts and invoices are available for all payments.

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Need More Information?

 

If you would like an estimate for a particular procedure, have questions about insurance, or would like to discuss payment options, please contact my secretary.

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We will be happy to provide further information before you book your appointment.

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