Self-pay

What happens when you choose to self-pay for surgery?

If you prefer not to use the NHS or private medical insurance, you may choose to fund your treatment yourself. This is known as self-pay private healthcare.

Self-pay allows you to access specialist care with greater flexibility, including the ability to choose your consultant, hospital and appointment times.

Why patients choose self-pay

Patients often choose self-pay when they want:

  • Faster access to treatment
  • Greater flexibility when scheduling appointments
  • The ability to choose their consultant and hospital
  • Transparent pricing for a specific procedure

Self-pay can be particularly suitable for patients who need a one-off procedure or consultation and prefer to pay directly for their care.

What to expect

The typical self-pay journey includes:

  1. Initial consultation
  2. You will meet with your consultant to discuss your symptoms and treatment options.
  3. Diagnosis and treatment plan
  4. If necessary, diagnostic tests such as imaging may be recommended.
  5. Cost estimate
  6. You will receive information about the expected costs before proceeding with treatment.
  7. Treatment
  8. If you decide to go ahead, your procedure will be scheduled at a suitable hospital.
  9. Follow-up care
  10. After treatment, your consultant will review your recovery and provide ongoing support where needed.

Costs and payment

Private treatment costs may include:

  • Consultant consultation fees
  • Diagnostic tests or imaging
  • Hospital fees
  • Surgical or procedural costs
  • Follow-up appointments

You will normally receive clear pricing information before proceeding, allowing you to make an informed decision about your care.

Book a consultation

If you are considering self-pay treatment, the first step is to book an initial consultation. During this appointment, your consultant will discuss your condition and advise whether private treatment may be appropriate.

What will my surgery cost as a self-pay patient?

Ramsay Boston West Hospital

Consultation & Diagnostics

Follow Up Consultation

£175

In-Person Consultant Assessment

£250

Hand condition

Carpal Tunnel Release (Endoscopic) - Bilateral

£3,332

Carpal Tunnel Release (Open) - Bilateral

£3,199

Carpal Tunnel Surgery

£2,768

Carpal Tunnel Surgery (Endoscopic)

£5,693

Dupuytren's Fasciectomy (Multiple Digits)

£4,458

Dupuytren's Fasciectomy (Single Digit)

£3,612

Excision of Ganglion

£3,185

Interpositional Silastic Arthroplasty of McP/Pip Joint- Single

£4,912

Trapezio-Metacarpal Joint Surface Replacement

£8,881

Trapezium Excision

£6,596

Trigger Finger Release

£3,167

Shoulder or elbow condition

Arthroscopic Excision of Shoulder Calcium Deposits

£4,965

Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair

£7,642

Arthroscopic Shoulder Arthrolysis

£5,553

Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression

£5,691

Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression and Distal Clavicle Excision

£5,882

Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression and Rotator Cuff Repair

£5,772

Clavicle Repair

£6,485

Cubital Tunnel Release (Ulnar Nerve Release)

£2,821

Cubital Tunnel Release (Open) Bilateral (Without Transposition)

£3,299

Repair of Biceps Tendon

£5,220

Reverse Polarity Shoulder Replacement

£18,293

Shoulder Replacement

£13,343

Shoulder Stabilisation

£6,198

Shoulder Stabilisation With Tendon Repair

£6,859

The Lincoln Hospital

Consultation & Diagnostics

Follow Up Consultation

£175

In-Person Consultant Assessment

£250

Hand condition

Carpal Tunnel Release (Endoscopic) - Bilateral

£2,955

Carpal Tunnel Release (Open) - Bilateral

£2,606

Carpal Tunnel Surgery

£2,116

Carpal Tunnel Surgery (Endoscopic)

£2,168

Dupuytren's Fasciectomy (Multiple Digits)

£4,165

Dupuytren's Fasciectomy (Single Digit)

£3,211

Excision of Ganglion

£2,960

Interpositional Silastic Arthroplasty of McP/Pip Joint- Single

£4,738

Trapezio-Metacarpal Joint Surface Replacement

£8,665

Trapezium Excision

£6,232

Trigger Finger Release

£2,950

Shoulder or elbow condition

Arthroscopic Excision of Shoulder Calcium Deposits

£4,801

Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair

£7,469

Arthroscopic Shoulder Arthrolysis

£5,293

Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression

£5,398

Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression and Distal Clavicle Excision

£5,584

Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression and Rotator Cuff Repair

£5,464

Clavicle Repair

£6,242

Cubital Tunnel Release (Ulnar Nerve Release)

£2,180

Cubital Tunnel Release (Open) Bilateral (Without Transposition)

£2,443

Repair of Biceps Tendon

£4,939

Reverse Polarity Shoulder Replacement

£17,743

Shoulder Replacement

£13,189

Shoulder Stabilisation

£5,972

Shoulder Stabilisation With Tendon Repair

£6,558

Practice billing

We provide flexible billing options tailored to meet your needs and circumstances

Contact

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Boston West Hospital

The Lincoln Hospital

Boston West Hospital

Boston West Business Park, Sleaford Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8EG

Working hours
Monday: 8.30 AM – 1 PM

The Lincoln Hospital

Nettleham Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 1QU

Working hours
Wednesday: 3.30 PM – 7.30 PM