Spire St Anthony’s Hospital (North Cheam): Services, Costs & Insurance (2026)
A complete guide to Spire St Anthony’s Hospital in North Cheam, Sutton — every major specialty, what private treatment costs, which insurers cover it, CQC rating, what to expect as a patient, and how to book without the NHS wait.
Overview
Spire St Anthony’s Hospital is a large private hospital at 801 London Road, North Cheam, Sutton (SM3 9DW), on the Surrey–South London border. Part of Spire Healthcare — the UK’s second-largest private provider — it offers consultant-led care for adults and children across orthopaedics, cardiac surgery, ophthalmology, gynaecology, general surgery, dermatology and more, with on-site MRI, CT and ultrasound. It treats self-paying, insured and some NHS-funded patients, with fast access that avoids long NHS waits. Founded in 1904, it’s a long-established, well-regarded hospital serving Sutton, Cheam, Epsom, Worcester Park and South London.
On this page
- About the hospital
- Treatments & specialties
- Orthopaedics
- Cardiac care
- Ophthalmology
- General surgery & endoscopy
- Dermatology & diagnostics
- Consultants & facilities
- CQC rating & safety
- What to expect as a patient
- Costs & self-pay
- Which insurers cover it
- NHS-funded treatment
- Compare nearby hospitals
- Reviews & ratings
- Location & parking
- How to book
- FAQs
About Spire St Anthony’s Hospital
Spire St Anthony’s has cared for patients in the Sutton and Cheam area for over a century. Founded in 1904 and originally run by the Daughters of the Cross, it developed a particular reputation for cardiac surgery in the 1970s and joined the Spire Healthcare group in 2014. Today it’s a large, modern private hospital known for a calm, well-organised environment and strong consultant-led care, drawing patients from Sutton, Cheam, Epsom, Worcester Park, Morden and across the Surrey–South London border.
Like other Spire hospitals, it treats insured, self-paying and some NHS-funded patients, and offers rapid access to diagnostics, consultations and surgery — typically far quicker than NHS waiting times. If you’re weighing up going private generally, our guide to how private treatment works is a useful starting point.
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Treatments and specialties
Spire St Anthony’s provides consultant-led care across a wide range of specialties for adults and children. Below is a closer look at its main areas — and where to find detailed UK cost guides for each.
Orthopaedics & joint surgery
Orthopaedics is one of the busiest departments, covering hip and knee replacement, sports injuries, arthroscopy and general joint surgery. Patients often choose private orthopaedics specifically to skip long NHS waits for joint replacement. See our cost guides for private knee surgery, knee replacement, hip replacement cost and what hip replacement surgery involves. Rehabilitation is supported by on-site private physiotherapy.
Cardiac care
Cardiac surgery is a historic specialism at St Anthony’s, dating back to the 1970s, and the hospital provides adult cardiac services alongside cardiology diagnostics. This makes it one of the more established private cardiac centres in the South London/Surrey area.
Ophthalmology (eye surgery)
The hospital offers a range of eye procedures, with cataract surgery among the most common. Cataract procedures are a frequent self-pay treatment because the NHS wait can be long and the operation is quick and high-impact.
General surgery & endoscopy
General surgery covers procedures such as hernia repair and gallbladder removal. The endoscopy unit handles diagnostic procedures including colonoscopy and gastroscopy — see our private endoscopy cost guide for typical prices.
Dermatology, gynaecology & diagnostics
There’s a dedicated dermatology and skin clinic for mole checks, mole removal and skin conditions, plus gynaecology consultations and surgery. On-site diagnostics include MRI, CT, ultrasound and X-ray, so scans can often be arranged quickly alongside your consultation.
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Care is led by experienced consultants, many of whom also work within the NHS. The hospital has modern operating theatres, private en-suite rooms, an on-site imaging department, a pharmacy, and dedicated outpatient and diagnostic facilities. As with all private hospitals, you can usually choose your consultant — our guide on how to choose a private consultant explains what to look for, and how to get a private referral covers the first step.
CQC rating and safety
Spire St Anthony’s is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England, which rates services on whether they are safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led. Because ratings are updated periodically, we don’t reproduce a fixed score here — check the current CQC inspection rating directly on the CQC website before you book. Independent outcome and procedure-volume data is also published by PHIN (the Private Healthcare Information Network).
What to expect as a patient
- Before: a pre-admission assessment confirms you’re ready for your procedure and explains preparation (fasting, medication, etc.).
- Rooms: private en-suite rooms with TV and Wi-Fi; day-case patients have dedicated recovery areas.
- Catering: meals and refreshments are provided; private hospitals are known for hotel-style comfort.
- Aftercare: follow-up appointments, physiotherapy and clear discharge instructions are part of the package — see what happens with private hospital room costs if you stay overnight.
- Visiting: visiting hours apply and can vary by ward — confirm with the hospital before visiting.
Costs and self-pay
You can be treated at Spire St Anthony’s either through private health insurance or by paying for yourself (self-pay). Spire offers fixed-price self-pay packages for many procedures, so you know the total cost upfront. As a rough guide:
| Item | Typical guide cost (2026) |
|---|---|
| Initial consultant consultation | ~£200–£300 |
| Diagnostic scan (MRI/CT/ultrasound) | ~£250–£900 |
| Day-case procedure (e.g. endoscopy) | ~£1,500–£3,000 |
| Major surgery (e.g. joint replacement) | ~£10,000–£16,000 |
Which insurers cover Spire St Anthony’s?
As a major Spire hospital, St Anthony’s is recognised by all the main UK insurers — including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality and WPA — though your individual policy’s hospital list and any London-area rules determine your exact access. Check:
- Your hospital list / network. Insurers tier hospitals; confirm St Anthony’s is on your plan. See the Bupa, AXA, Aviva, Vitality and WPA hospital lists. As it sits on the edge of Greater London, hospital list tiers outside London may be relevant.
- Pre-authorisation. Get approval and a pre-authorisation code before treatment.
- Referral. Most insurers need a GP or specialist referral first — see how insurance covers diagnostics.
- Pre-existing conditions are typically excluded — see the rules here.
Can you be treated on the NHS at Spire St Anthony’s?
In some cases, yes. Spire hospitals treat a number of NHS-funded patients referred through the NHS e-Referral Service (Choose & Book), where your GP can offer a choice of providers including private hospitals at no cost to you. Availability depends on local NHS commissioning and the specialty. If you’re not eligible or don’t want to wait, paying privately or using insurance gets you seen faster — see how to jump the NHS waiting list.
How it compares to nearby private hospitals
Spire St Anthony’s sits within a cluster of strong private hospitals across Surrey and South London. If you’re comparing options or checking which your insurer covers, it’s worth looking at the neighbours:
- Ashtead Hospital (Ramsay, near Epsom)
- Mount Alvernia Hospital, Guildford
- The Runnymede Hospital, Chertsey (Nuffield)
- Nuffield Health Guildford and Nuffield Health Woking
- Browse all private hospitals in Surrey and Epsom
For local diagnostics and GP options nearby, see private MRI in Surrey, private CT scans in Surrey and the best private GPs in Surrey.
Reviews and ratings
Spire St Anthony’s generally receives positive patient feedback, with reviewers frequently praising the clean, calm environment, well-organised appointments and attentive, professional staff. For independent, up-to-date reviews and quality information, check:
- Doctify and Google reviews — recent patient experiences.
- The CQC — the official regulator’s inspection rating.
- PHIN — independent data on procedure volumes and outcomes.
We don’t publish a single star rating, as scores change over time and vary by source — always check the latest directly.
Location, parking and travel
- Address: 801 London Road, North Cheam, Sutton, Surrey, SM3 9DW.
- Parking: free at the hospital and on surrounding side streets (register your number plate at reception; spaces are limited, so allow time).
- By train: Sutton, Cheam and Worcester Park stations are nearby, with taxis available.
- By Tube: Morden (Northern Line) connects directly to central London.
- By bus: routes 93, 413 and 293 serve the hospital.
- ULEZ: the hospital is within London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone — check your vehicle or you may need to pay the daily charge.
How to book at Spire St Anthony’s
- Choose your route — insured, self-pay or NHS-funded referral.
- Get a referral if needed — many consultations need a GP or specialist referral; some services allow self-referral. See getting a private referral.
- Insured patients: confirm the hospital is on your plan’s list and get pre-authorisation.
- Self-pay patients: request a fixed-price quote for your procedure.
- Book and attend — appointments are usually available quickly; see typical private specialist wait times.
The bottom line
Spire St Anthony’s is a large, long-established private hospital in North Cheam offering fast, consultant-led care across orthopaedics, cardiac, eye, gynaecology, general surgery, dermatology and diagnostics — for insured, self-paying and some NHS-funded patients. For Sutton, Cheam, Epsom and South London residents, it’s a convenient way to skip NHS waiting lists. If you want fast access here or at any Spire hospital without the upfront bills, comparing health insurance is the smart first step.
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FAQs — Spire St Anthony’s Hospital
Where is Spire St Anthony’s Hospital?
At 801 London Road, North Cheam, Sutton, Surrey, SM3 9DW — on the Surrey–South London border, near Sutton, Cheam, Epsom and Worcester Park. It’s within London’s ULEZ zone, with free parking and nearby rail and bus links (Sutton, Cheam, Worcester Park stations; Morden Tube; bus routes 93, 413, 293).
What treatments does Spire St Anthony’s offer?
Consultant-led care across orthopaedics (hip/knee replacement, sports injuries), cardiac surgery, ophthalmology (including cataract surgery), general surgery (hernia, gallbladder), gynaecology, endoscopy/colonoscopy and gastroscopy, dermatology and skin, physiotherapy, and on-site diagnostics (MRI, CT, ultrasound, X-ray), for adults and children.
Which insurers cover Spire St Anthony’s?
All the main UK insurers — Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality and WPA — generally recognise Spire St Anthony’s, but your exact access depends on your policy’s hospital list and any London-area rules. Always confirm it’s on your plan and get pre-authorisation before treatment.
Can I pay for myself (self-pay)?
Yes. Spire offers fixed-price self-pay packages for many procedures, so you know the cost upfront. An initial consultation is typically £200–£300, with treatment costs depending on the procedure. Request a written quote before booking, and ask whether a deposit is required.
Can I be treated on the NHS at Spire St Anthony’s?
Sometimes. Spire hospitals treat some NHS-funded patients referred via the NHS e-Referral Service (Choose & Book), where your GP can offer a choice of providers at no cost to you. Availability depends on local NHS commissioning and the specialty.
Do I need a referral?
Many consultations need a GP or specialist referral, and most insurers require one. Some services allow self-referral. If you’re claiming on insurance, get pre-authorisation first.
Is parking free at Spire St Anthony’s?
Yes — parking is free at the hospital and on surrounding side streets. Register your number plate at the reception kiosk if you use the hospital car park. Spaces are limited, so allow plenty of time.
What’s the CQC rating for Spire St Anthony’s?
The hospital is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission. As ratings are updated periodically, check the current rating directly on the CQC website, and see PHIN for independent procedure-volume and outcome data.
Disclaimer: Going Private UK is an independent information website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or paid by Spire Healthcare or any provider mentioned. Details, services, prices, CQC ratings and insurer coverage change over time and vary by policy and consultant — all figures are indicative 2026 guides, not quotes. Always confirm current services, costs, ratings and coverage directly with the hospital, the CQC and your insurer. This content is for general information only and is not medical advice. In an emergency, call 999 — private hospitals are not emergency departments.
