You can get private treatment from a consultant or specialist without being referred by your GP. But the British Medical Association (BMA) believes it’s best practice for patients to be referred for specialist treatment by their GP because they know your medical history and can advise you if a referral is necessary.

Can NHS doctors work privately?

Private medical practice exists in parallel with the NHS. Of those doctors undertaking private practice, the large majority also work in NHS consultant posts, doing their private work outside of and on top of their NHS commitments. A small proportion of doctors work in full-time private practice only.

Can I see a consultant privately then have treatment on NHS?

No, it’s possible to seek private treatment from a consultant or specialist without being referred by your GP. However, the British Medical Association (BMA) believes that, in most cases, it’s best practice for patients to be referred for specialist treatment by their GP.

Can you self refer to a Gynaecologist?

Women can refer themselves to the unit and do not need an appointment. non-pregnant women only if they have been assessed and referred by a GP or hospital doctor in another department.

Can I pay to see a NHS consultant?

Even the very best consultants are still free of charge on the NHS, so why would you pay around £200 for perhaps fifteen minutes of their time? There are many advantages that justify the cost of private consultations, including: When you pay to see a consultant, you are guaranteed to see them in person.

Is private care better than NHS?

Due to this, many are left wondering “are private hospitals better than the NHS?” However, this is simply untrue. The standard of care and expertise a patient can expect from an NHS or private hospital is exactly the same.

How do you go private to see a consultant?

If your GP thinks you need specialist treatment and you want to pay for it privately, they can write a letter of referral to a private consultant or specialist explaining your condition and your medical history.

Do locum consultants need to be on the specialist register?

Specialist registration is not required to work as a locum consultant.

Can a GP refuse to refer you to a specialist?

Your GP will only refer you to a specialist if they believe that specialist assessment or treatment is clinically necessary. If they don’t think it is necessary, they do not have to refer you; privately or on the NHS.

Can your GP refer you to a gynecologist?

If you wish to be referred to a Specialist in a particular field, such as a Surgeon or a Gynaecologist (a specialist in the female reproductive system), you should see the GP you are registered with. This is because all your medical records are held by that Practice.

What is the best private healthcare in the UK?

The best UK health insurance providers for 2021

  • Aviva Healthcare.
  • AXA PPP Healthcare.
  • Bupa Healthcare (BBY Policy)
  • Freedom Healthnet.
  • General Medical.
  • Health-on-Line.
  • The Exeter.
  • Vitality Health.