Skin lesion / mole removal: NHS funding
Suspicious skin lesions are always removed under the 2-week wait pathway. Non-suspicious cosmetic mole removal is subject to EBI criteria — most ICBs only remove lesions that are symptomatic or clinically concerning.
NICE NG12Eligibility criteria
NHS funding for skin lesion / mole removal is assessed against these criteria:
This is an Evidence-Based Interventions (EBI) procedure. Specific thresholds may vary between ICBs. Confirm eligibility with your GP.
NICE guidance
Private cost comparison
Free at point of use if eligible
£150–500 per lesion depending on method and location
Related NHS tools
NHS availability data based on NHS England Evidence-Based Interventions guidance and individual ICB commissioning policies. Policies may change. Always confirm with your GP. Private costs are from TreatCompare research and may vary by provider and region.