Cardiology · UK
24-hour Holter monitor - a continuous ECG for palpitations, dizziness and AF screening.
A small wearable ECG recorder - 24 hours, 48 hours, 7 days or 14 days. Reported by a cardiac physiologist and consultant cardiologist. The right duration depends on symptom frequency.
Indicative pricing
What private Holter monitor costs in the UK.
Indicative ranges across our partner units.
In short
£250–£500, results in 5–7 working days.
| Procedure | Indicative range | Typical duration | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-hour Holter monitor | £250–£500 | 24 hours – 14 days | 5–7 working days |
| Consultant consultation | £200–£400 | 30–45 min | Same visit |
| Pre-procedure bloods | £80–£220 | 5 min blood draw | 24–72 hours |
| Follow-up review | £150–£300 | 20–30 min | Same visit |
Prices vary by hospital, by consultant and by the complexity of your case.
The problem
The right Holter monitor, at the right time - with the right consultant.
NHS pathways are excellent but capacity is stretched. Private care shortens the timeline and lets you choose the consultant.
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NHS waits are long
Median waits for elective work vary by region and specialty; private care shortens the timeline.
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The right consultant matters
Outcomes in cardiology track with volume and subspecialisation - not just hospital brand.
When it helps
When Holter monitor is the right step.
Situations where Holter monitor is a reasonable next step in the UK.
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Palpitations
To capture arrhythmia during a typical event.
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Unexplained syncope
When cardiac cause is possible.
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Suspected paroxysmal AF
Post-stroke or high CHA₂DS₂-VASc.
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Post-ablation surveillance
To confirm rhythm control after AF ablation.
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Rate control assessment in AF
To adjust beta-blocker or calcium channel blocker doses.
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Bradyarrhythmia in the fit and well
Athletic bradycardia vs pathological pause.
Procedure options
Options within Holter monitor.
Technique and delivery vary by consultant and case.
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24-hour Holter
Traditional 3-lead ambulatory ECG.
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7-day patch monitor
Zio-style adhesive patch - better for infrequent symptoms.
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14-day extended patch
Highest yield for once-a-fortnight events.
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Implantable loop recorder (ILR)
For rare, severe events - inserted by a cardiologist.
Safety and recovery
What to expect afterwards - honestly.
The safety profile is well understood - the honest bits are here.
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Skin irritation
Occasional reaction to the adhesive - hypoallergenic pads available.
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Waterproof patches
Modern patches allow showering.
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Diary matters
Note symptom times - the correlation is the point.
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Not a real-time alert
These devices record; they do not call an ambulance - see A&E for severe symptoms.
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Battery limits
Longer devices trade fidelity for endurance.
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Data storage
Recordings are handled under UK data protection.
Reading your notes
Your report in four parts. Read the last one first.
Whichever centre performs the procedure, the report keeps to the same shape.
- 01 Header
Indication and consent
Why the procedure was done, what was consented and any relevant history.
- 02 Findings
What was seen or done
The technical detail - anatomy, samples, devices used, measurements.
- 03 Assessment
Consultant interpretation
What the findings mean in your clinical context.
- 04 Impression
Summary and next step
Read this first - the bottom line and recommended follow-up.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Usually covered by UK private medical insurance when there is a specialist referral and a clear clinical indication.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about Holter monitor.
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How much does private Holter monitor cost in the UK?
We share two or three options with cover checked.
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Is Holter monitor covered by UK private medical insurance?
Usually yes with a specialist referral and clear indication. Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, WPA and Cigna are the mainstream insurers we work with.
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How soon can I be booked?
Most patients are seen within a week; urgent cases the same week where clinically appropriate.
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Where is it performed?
In CQC-registered UK hospitals and clinics across London and the major cities.
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Will the NHS see the results?
The report goes to you and - with your consent - your NHS GP.
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Is there an NHS pathway for this?
Yes, but waits vary by region. Private care is an option when timing, choice of consultant or symptom burden makes waiting unattractive.
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