How long is the NHS wait for hernia repair in Cambridge?

The current median NHS wait for hernia repair in Cambridge (across 1 NHS trust) is approximately 18 weeks. The 92nd percentile (long-tail) wait can extend to 45 weeks. There are 1,467 patients currently waiting on the General Surgery pathway across these trusts.

Where can I get hernia repair privately in Cambridge?

Cambridge has private hospitals operated by Spire Healthcare, Nuffield Health, Circle Health, and HCA Healthcare among others. Private hernia repair typically costs £2,750–£6,500 in the UK. Most private hospitals offer consultation packages where you can be assessed within days. Ask your GP for a referral letter or self-refer directly.

Will going private affect my NHS care for hernia repair?

No. You can self-fund private treatment without affecting your NHS care or losing your place on the NHS waiting list. Many patients use private providers to access faster surgery while keeping the NHS option as a backup.

Which Cambridge NHS trust has the shortest wait?

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the main NHS trust serving Cambridge for this procedure, with a current median wait of 18 weeks.

Can I be referred to an NHS trust outside Cambridge for a faster wait?

Yes. Under the NHS Patient Choice rules, you have the right to ask your GP to refer you to any NHS trust in England — not just the one closest to your home. If a trust elsewhere has a shorter waiting list, you can request a referral there. Travel costs are your own responsibility.

Hernia repair in Cambridge: NHS wait vs private cost

The NHS waiting list for hernia repair in Cambridge has a median wait of 18 weeks across 1 NHS trust serving the area. Private treatment typically costs £4,200, ranging from £2,750 to £6,500.

NHS

Around the national average

18 weeks

Median wait in Cambridge

92nd percentile wait:: 45 weeks
Patients waiting:: 1,467
Seen within 18 weeks:: 741%

Free at the point of use. Specialty-level data covering General Surgery.

Private

Days, not weeks

£4,200

Typical UK private price

Lowest published:: £2,750
Highest published:: £6,500
Typical wait:: 2–4 weeks

Self-fund or use health insurance. Major UK groups: Spire, Nuffield, Circle, HCA.

NHS trusts serving Cambridge

NHS Trust	Median wait	92nd %ile	Patients waiting	< 18 wks
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust RGT	18 wk	45 wk	1,467	741%

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