Patient Help & FAQs

Answers to common questions about going private in the UK. Topics include booking appointments, getting referrals, dealing with insurers, accessing test results, and navigating your options.

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Private Pregnancy Scan UK 2026: Costs, Types & Is It Worth It?

Private pregnancy scan costs UK (£60–£150 for most), the types explained, how they compare to free NHS scans, and honestly whether they're worth...

Private Paediatrician Cost UK 2026: Fees, When to See One & Private GP for Kids

Private paediatrician cost UK 2026: consultations £200–£350, seen in days not months. When to see one, private GP for children, and insurance vs...

Online GP UK 2026: Best Digital GP Apps, Costs & Insurance Compared

Health Insurance · Online & Digital GP · UK · Updated September 2026 Online GP UK 2026: Best Digital GP Apps, Costs &...

How to Find a Private Consultant (Without the £300 Mistake)

The complete guide to finding a private consultant and choosing the right one — where to search when there's no single national directory

Hospital List Tiers Explained: Standard vs Extended vs London

Health Insurance Explained · Hospital Lists · UK · Updated August 2026 Hospital List Tiers Explained (2026): Standard vs Extended vs London Lists...

Can You Mix NHS and Private Treatment? UK Rules (2026)

Can you mix NHS and private treatment in the UK? The rules, prescriptions catch and scenarios, explained for 2026.

Benefits of Private Healthcare UK (2026): Is It Worth It?

The real benefits of private healthcare in the UK — speed, choice, comfort — and an honest cost check.

How to Access Private Healthcare Without Insurance in 2026:

Self-Pay Healthcare • UK • 2026 Private Healthcare Without Insurance (UK 2026): How to Self-Pay & Book Directly Updated June 2026 • Independent...

How Long Does It Take to See a Private Specialist in the UK? (2026): Wait Times, Costs & How to Book

Seeing a Private Specialist · Independent 2026 Guide How Long Does It Take to See a Private Specialist in the UK? (2026): Wait...