Highgate Private Hospital: Prices, Insurance & How to Book (2026)
North London’s leading independent private hospital — orthopaedics, general surgery and diagnostics. Consultations from £200, all major insurers accepted.
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Highgate Private Hospital — North London’s leading independent private hospital — orthopaedics, general surgery and diagnostics. Consultations from £200, all major insurers accepted. Located at 17-19 View Road, London N6 4DJ, accessible from Highgate (Northern line). Phone: 020 8341 4182.
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About Highgate Private Hospital
Highgate Private Hospital on View Road is North London’s most established independent private hospital. Situated in the leafy residential area of Highgate, the hospital serves a broad catchment including Highgate, Muswell Hill, Finchley, Archway, Crouch End and Hampstead — areas where demand for private healthcare is consistently high but historically underserved compared to central London.
The hospital offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, with particular strength in orthopaedics, general surgery and diagnostics. Unlike some of the larger central London private hospitals, Highgate offers a more personal, quieter environment — many patients who find the scale of Wellington or The London Clinic overwhelming specifically choose Highgate for its more manageable size and accessibility.
Highgate Private Hospital is part of the Aspen Healthcare group, which operates a number of independent private hospitals across the UK. It is recognised by all major UK health insurers and does not carry the London weighting surcharges associated with some central London HCA or Bupa-owned hospitals — making it a cost-effective option for North London residents with health insurance.
The hospital’s View Road location gives it excellent Highgate tube access (Northern line) and good road connections from the A1 and North Circular.
Prices & consultation costs (2026)
Indicative self-pay price ranges — always obtain a written fixed-price quote before committing.
| Treatment / Service | Typical Self-Pay Range (2026) | Insurance Usually Covers? |
|---|---|---|
| Initial specialist consultation | £200–£350 | ✅ Yes, with pre-auth |
| Follow-up consultation | £130–£250 | ✅ Yes |
| Private MRI scan | £450–£750 | ✅ Yes, if pre-authorised |
| Private CT scan | £500–£800 | ✅ Yes, if pre-authorised |
| Knee replacement | £10,000–£15,000 | ✅ Yes, subject to limits |
| Hernia repair | £3,500–£6,500 | ✅ Yes |
| Tonsillectomy | £2,500–£4,500 | ✅ Yes |
| Inpatient room (per night) | £350–£650 | ✅ If covered as inpatient |
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Orthopaedics
Hip and knee replacement, shoulder surgery, foot and ankle procedures, sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. Strong orthopaedic consultant base.
General Surgery
Laparoscopic and open procedures including hernia repair, gallbladder removal, appendectomy and colorectal surgery.
Diagnostics & Imaging
On-site MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound and pathology. Fast turnaround — ideal for North London patients needing scans without travelling to central London.
ENT
Ear, nose and throat consultations and procedures including tonsillectomy, septoplasty and sinus surgery.
Ophthalmology
Eye consultations, cataract surgery and other ophthalmic procedures.
General Medicine
A wide range of general medical consultations, health assessments and outpatient investigations.
Which insurers cover Highgate Private Hospital?
All major UK health insurers accept Highgate Private Hospital — but always pre-authorise before booking.
Recognised by Bupa. Check your plan tier for London weighting. Bupa hospital list guide →
Aviva covers London hospitals — check your specific plan. Aviva hospital list guide →
Vitality covers London hospitals — surcharge may apply. Vitality hospital list guide →
The Exeter covers London hospitals subject to your plan limits. The Exeter hospital list →
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Get a GP referral (insured patients)
Most insurers require an open GP referral before specialist appointments. Use your NHS GP, or a digital GP service included in your policy (Bupa Digital GP, AXA Doctor at Hand, Vitality GP app).
Pre-authorise with your insurer
Contact your insurer before booking — get a pre-authorisation code. Without this, your claim may be refused. See our full pre-authorisation guide →
Book your appointment
Call Highgate Private Hospital on 020 8341 4182 with your pre-auth code, GP referral and insurer membership number ready.
Self-pay patients
No GP referral needed for an initial consultation. Always request a written fixed-price quote before agreeing to any procedure — ask whether consultant fees, anaesthetist and pathology are included.
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Other London private hospitals to consider
The Wellington Hospital (St John’s Wood)
HCA UK’s flagship London hospital — the largest private hospital close to North London.
Full guide →The London Clinic (Marylebone)
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Full guide →Royal Marsden Private Care
World-leading cancer hospital with a private wing — relevant for oncology cases.
Full guide →London Bridge Hospital (Southwark)
HCA UK hospital — strong in complex surgery for patients willing to travel.
Full guide →BMI London Independent Hospital
Circle Health Group hospital in East London — another independent option.
Full guide →Cleveland Clinic London (Mayfair)
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