Hip Replacement Cost

Knowing what a hip replacement will cost, and what that money covers, helps you plan with confidence. This guide explains what makes up the price, what a private hip replacement typically costs in the UK, how self-pay and private medical insurance work, and how to get a personal, fixed-price quote. It is general guidance; your own quote depends on your circumstances.

How much does a private hip replacement cost?

Mr Subramanian's private hip replacement packages start from £15,000. That is an all-inclusive self-pay guide price covering the surgeon, anaesthetist, hospital and theatre, the implant and your follow-up. Your exact figure is confirmed in a fixed-price quote after your consultation, so you know the full cost before you decide, with no obligation. London sits at the higher end of the private market, and a straightforward primary hip replacement is at the predictable end of the range.

What is included in the price?

A fixed-price self-pay package usually bundles these into one figure for a standard procedure and stay. Longer stays, or additional treatment if there is a complication, are normally charged separately, which is why a written quote matters.

Self-pay or private medical insurance?

You can pay for your hip replacement in two ways. If you have private medical insurance, Mr Subramanian is fee-assured and recognised by all major UK insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, Cigna and WPA, so treatment is typically covered once your insurer authorises it. Check your policy terms and any excess first. If you are paying for yourself, you receive a single fixed-price self-pay quote with no insurer involved. You can read more on our insurance and self-pay page.

What affects the cost of a hip replacement?

A few things move the price. The hospital and its location matter, with London at the higher end. The type of surgery matters most: a straightforward primary hip replacement sits at the predictable end, while a more complex revision hip replacement costs more because it takes longer and needs specialist implants and planning. Additional imaging or tests, the implant chosen, and the length of your stay can all affect the final figure, which is why a personal quote is the only accurate answer.

Consultation fees and complex cases

An initial consultation with Mr Subramanian is £250 and a follow-up appointment is £150. For complex medical or surgical patients, he can also arrange two-consultant (two-surgeon) operating, where a second consultant surgeon operates alongside him for added expertise and safety. This is quoted individually, and whether it is needed is a clinical decision made with you at your consultation.

Is it worth paying for a private hip replacement?

The main reasons people choose private treatment are timing and choice: being seen and treated without a long wait, and choosing your own surgeon and hospital. Mr Subramanian offers consultations usually within 24 hours and, for suitable patients, an enhanced-recovery, day-case pathway that can mean going home the same day. Whether private care is right for you is a personal decision, and you are under no obligation after an enquiry.

How to get a hip replacement cost quote

The clearest way to know your cost is a personal quote. Send an enquiry to the medical secretary with a little about your situation, and you will receive a fixed-price self-pay quote, or confirmation of your insurance cover, usually within one working day.

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