DATA-BACKED GUIDE · UPDATED JULY 2026
How much does a private gynaecology consultation cost in the UK?
A private gynaecology consultation is usually the first step before any private scan or procedure, booked to get seen quickly rather than wait months on the NHS. The consultant's fee covers the appointment and their opinion, and it sits separately from the hospital. Any ultrasound, swabs or blood tests done as part of the visit are charged on top, so the number you see advertised is rarely the number you pay.
The quick version
- The initial consultation fee is charged by the consultant and does not usually include any tests.
- An internal or pelvic ultrasound during the visit is a separate cost from the consultation.
- Swabs, smears and blood tests add to the bill, and lab fees can be separate again.
- A follow-up review is normally cheaper than the first private consultation.
- The hospital and the consultant bill separately, so a single visit can arrive as two or three different charges.
- You can compare gynaecologists on PHIN before booking, including fees and how often they treat your issue.
What people actually paid
Where these 8 prices come from — 5 named sources
- circlegynaecology.co.uk
- london-gynaecology.com
- mumsnet.com
- cancerchat.cancerresearchuk.org
- manchestergynaecologist.com
Each is a published price list, an official survey, or a receipt/quote a reader shared. The full per-price list with year and area is on the gynaecology page.
The gap: advertised vs actually paid (medians)
People reported paying 35% less than the advertised list price for gynaecology.
List prices are advertised prices; paid figures are what people reported, often for different cases. Treat the gap as a signal, not a quote.
Real prices, in people's own words
- £400“I had a private gynae for something and it was £400 including the all tests and set my mind at ease.”
- £450“I paid privately and still had to wait 4 months. However appointment was excellent. I had an internal scan. Received a prescription which worked. £450.”
- £2,900“I had a hysteroscopy done privately it was £2900 so similar price you have been quoted.”
Genuine amounts posted publicly. We publish the price and the quote, never the person.
Why the price varies so much
The consultation fee itself is the predictable part. What pushes the total up or down is what else the appointment involves. A straightforward discussion about symptoms costs less than a visit that also includes a pelvic ultrasound, swabs and blood tests, because each of those is priced and billed on its own. The consultant sets their own fee based on their subspecialty, seniority and where they practise, while the hospital charges separately for the room and any tests done on site, so you can end up with two or three line items from a single appointment. Who owns the building matters too. The big hospital groups such as Spire, Nuffield and Ramsay tend to price above independent clinics and smaller private units, partly because they carry higher overheads and partly because their brand lets them charge more. Location plays a part as well, with London and the South East generally costing more than consultations booked elsewhere in the country. None of this is fixed, which is why it is worth comparing a consultant's fee against a couple of alternatives, and PHIN is the place to start that comparison.
How to pay less
- Ask whether any ultrasound or swabs will be needed and what they cost, so the visit does not surprise you.
- Check whether the clinic bundles a scan with the consultation as a package rather than pricing them apart.
- See whether recent NHS results or scans can be reused instead of repeating tests privately.
- Compare an independent clinic against a big hospital group for the same consultation.
- Confirm the follow-up fee up front, as it is usually lower than the initial appointment.
- Use PHIN to weigh a consultant's fee against their experience, not price alone.
Common questions
Does the consultation include a scan?
Usually not. The consultation fee covers the specialist's time and assessment. If a pelvic or internal ultrasound is needed, it is charged separately, though some clinics offer a package that combines the two. Ask before you book.
Will I need blood tests or swabs as well?
Sometimes. Depending on your symptoms, the gynaecologist may arrange swabs or blood tests, which add to the cost, and lab analysis can be a further charge. Ask what is likely so you can budget for the whole visit.
Is a follow-up cheaper than the first appointment?
Generally yes. The initial consultation is longer and more thorough, so it costs more than a shorter follow-up review. If you expect several visits, ask for the follow-up fee up front to understand the full cost.
Why do I get more than one bill for the same visit?
Because the consultant and the hospital charge separately. The consultant's fee pays for their time and opinion, while the hospital or clinic bills for the room, the scan equipment, or any lab work carried out on site. Ask the clinic to set out all the likely charges before your appointment so you are not caught out by a second or third invoice.
Does it cost more to see a consultant in London than elsewhere?
Often, yes. Fees tend to be higher in London and the South East than in other parts of the country, partly reflecting higher running costs for the clinics there. If cost matters more than convenience, it is worth checking whether the same consultant, or an equally suitable one, holds clinics outside the capital.
Is it cheaper to go through health insurance than pay for the consultation myself?
It depends on your policy. Insurers often have agreed rates with certain consultants and hospitals, which can work out lower than the self-pay price for the same appointment. Check what your policy actually covers, including any excess, before assuming insurance is the cheaper route, and compare it against the self-pay fee the clinic quotes.