How much is self-pay hysterectomy in the UK?

Self-pay (private) hysterectomy in the UK typically costs £8,500–£16,000, with a typical self-pay price around £11,500. No GP referral or private health insurance is required to pay for treatment yourself, and you can self-fund while remaining on the NHS waiting list.

How much does private hysterectomy cost in the UK?

Private hysterectomy in the UK typically costs £8,500–£16,000, with a typical price around £11,500. Prices vary by hospital group, surgeon experience, and what's included (anaesthesia, follow-ups, physiotherapy). Spire Healthcare, Nuffield Health, Circle Health Group, Ramsay Health Care UK, and HCA Healthcare are the main private hospital groups offering this procedure.

How long is the NHS wait for hysterectomy in the UK?

The current median NHS wait for hysterectomy (within the Gynaecology specialty) in England is approximately 13 weeks. The 92nd percentile (long-tail) wait can extend to 37 weeks. Waits vary significantly by NHS trust — see the city breakdowns below for local figures.

Can I switch from NHS to private for hysterectomy?

Yes. You can self-fund or use private health insurance to access hysterectomy privately while remaining on the NHS waiting list. Many patients do this to avoid the long wait. Some private hospitals offer consultation packages where you can be assessed within days. You will not lose your NHS place by getting a private opinion or treatment.

Which cities have the shortest NHS waits for hysterectomy?

Based on the latest NHS England RTT data, the UK cities with the shortest median waits for gynaecology (the specialty covering hysterectomy) include Liverpool (0 weeks), Sunderland (8 weeks), Newcastle upon Tyne (8 weeks), Reading (10 weeks), London (11 weeks). See the full city table below.

Is hysterectomy covered by private health insurance?

Most major UK health insurers (Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, WPA) cover hysterectomy on standard policies, subject to underwriting and policy terms. Pre-existing conditions are typically excluded. Always confirm coverage with your insurer before scheduling.

Hysterectomy cost UK: private from £8,500

Surgical removal of the uterus, often for fibroids, endometriosis, or heavy periods. Private treatment typically costs £8,500–£16,000. The current NHS median wait is around 13 weeks.

Private cost (typical)

£11,500

Range £8,500–£16,000

NHS median wait (England)

13 weeks

Specialty: Gynaecology

Long-tail wait (92nd percentile)

37 weeks

219,116 patients waiting

According to TreatCompare analysis of NHS England RTT data, the current national median NHS wait for hysterectomy is approximately 13 weeks, while the 92nd percentile wait is approximately 37 weeks.

According to TreatCompare analysis of published UK private hospital prices, private hysterectomy typically costs £8,500-£16,000, with a typical price around £11,500.

According to TreatCompare analysis, users comparing hysterectomy should check local NHS wait by city or postcode before deciding whether private self-pay, insurance or staying on the NHS list is the better route.

TreatCompare NHS wait and private price model. NHS data month: Jun 2026.

Important context

NHS waiting-time figures are published at trust or specialty level and private prices are indicative ranges. Local eligibility, referral route, clinical urgency, provider package and insurance status can change the real-world choice. TreatCompare is for comparison only and is not medical, legal or financial advice.

Source type: Official NHS waiting-time data and private price model
Primary source: NHS England Referral to Treatment waiting-time data
Reporting period: Jun 2026
Last updated: 2026-08-21
Figure type: Mixed sources
Use: Research and comparison only

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NHS wait by city — fastest first

City	Median wait	Compare locally
Liverpool	0 weeks	See Liverpool →
Sunderland	8 weeks	See Sunderland →
Newcastle upon Tyne	8 weeks	See Newcastle upon Tyne →
Reading	10 weeks	See Reading →
London	11 weeks	See London →
Bradford	11 weeks	See Bradford →
Middlesbrough	12 weeks	See Middlesbrough →
Bristol	13 weeks	See Bristol →
Sheffield	13 weeks	See Sheffield →
Brighton	13 weeks	See Brighton →
Leeds	13 weeks	See Leeds →
Exeter	14 weeks	See Exeter →
Preston	14 weeks	See Preston →
Stoke-on-Trent	14 weeks	See Stoke-on-Trent →
Plymouth	14 weeks	See Plymouth →
Leicester	15 weeks	See Leicester →
Derby	15 weeks	See Derby →
Oxford	15 weeks	See Oxford →
Birmingham	15 weeks	See Birmingham →
Portsmouth	15 weeks	See Portsmouth →
Norwich	16 weeks	See Norwich →
Manchester	16 weeks	See Manchester →
Southampton	17 weeks	See Southampton →
Nottingham	17 weeks	See Nottingham →
Milton Keynes	17 weeks	See Milton Keynes →
York	18 weeks	See York →
Cambridge	19 weeks	See Cambridge →
Hull	19 weeks	See Hull →
Blackpool	19 weeks	See Blackpool →
Coventry	19 weeks	See Coventry →

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