Private urology consultation cost in the UK: what you pay privately (2026)

A private urology consultation is an appointment with a consultant urologist to assess urinary symptoms, blood in the urine, prostate concerns, stones, erectile problems or testicular problems, often with tests such as a flow rate or ultrasound on the day.

Because we could not confirm a published price for private urology consultation, this page does not offer a figure. Each provider sets its own price, so the practical task is to ask several for an itemised estimate and compare what each covers.

The urologist takes a history, examines you and may arrange tests such as a urine sample, a flow rate or an ultrasound of the bladder. You may be offered a chaperone.

Bring a bladder diary if you have urinary symptoms, as it helps the consultation.

A bladder diary recording how much you drink, how often you pass urine and any leakage over a few days gives the urologist objective information that can save repeat visits. Bring a list of medicines, because some commonly used tablets affect the bladder and prostate.

Men worried about the prostate should know that a PSA result needs interpreting with age, symptoms and examination, and that a high number leads to a discussion rather than an automatic biopsy. Asking what tests are likely, and which are optional, helps you control the total cost of the visit.

A single guide figure for private urology consultation can mislead, because the final amount depends on factors like these.

• Initial versus follow-up fee.

• Tests on the day: urine tests, flow rate, ultrasound or PSA add costs.

• Consultant and setting.

• Duration of the appointment.

• Treatments and procedures that follow.

Providers define a package differently, so two quotes are only comparable once you line up what each covers. The table lists what is typically in and what is often billed separately for this procedure.

Insurers usually cover consultations with a referral from your GP.

Insurers often agree a procedure code and a fee ceiling in advance. Self-pay patients should ask whether instalment finance is offered and what the total repayable would be, as the representative rate and terms differ by lender.

NHS urology is accessed by GP referral, with urgent pathways for visible blood in the urine and raised PSA.

NHS care is free at the point of use, and for non-urgent consultant-led treatment the standard is 18 weeks from referral. You also have the right to choose where you are referred in England. Local waits differ, so ask what applies near you.

There is no recovery. The practical cost is time off for appointments and tests.

No one plans for things to go wrong, but a short conversation about extra costs now can save difficulty later.

• Tests suggested at the appointment can exceed the consultation fee, so ask what is likely to be advised and the cost of each.

• Blood in the urine, sudden pain or inability to pass urine need prompt medical attention.

Quotes only compare fairly when they cover the same things. Put these questions to every provider you approach.

• What does the consultation fee cover?

• Are tests on the day included?

• What follow-up is likely and what does it cost?

• Will you write to my GP?

• Will I receive one price covering the hospital, the consultant and the anaesthetic, or several bills from different parties?