Concierge breast imaging · UK
Private mammogram - from 40, or when something changes.
A digital or 3D tomosynthesis mammogram at a CQC-registered breast unit, read by a UK consultant breast radiologist. Screening from age 40, or same-visit triple assessment if a lump has been found.
Why patients choose us
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A subspecialty consultant radiologist’s report
Body, MSK, neuro or uroradiology consultants read the scan that fits - not a generalist working through a list.
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Booked in days, not weeks
Weekday, evening and weekend slots across London and the major UK cities.
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Independent, and free
We take no fee from clinics, so the recommendation - including "don’t bother" - is impartial and costs you nothing.
Indicative pricing
What a private mammogram costs in the UK.
Indicative ranges across our partner imaging units. Send the details and we quote firm figures across two or three options, with cover checked.
In short
Private mammogram in our network: £200–£450, report in 24–72 hours.
| Procedure | Indicative range | Typical duration | Stay |
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| Digital mammogram (screening) | £200–£300 | 10–15 min | 24–72 hours |
| Tomosynthesis (3D) mammogram | £280–£450 | 15–20 min | 24–72 hours |
| Mammogram + breast ultrasound | £350–£600 | 30–45 min | Same day for ultrasound; 24–48 h for mammogram |
| Triple assessment (image + exam + biopsy if needed) | £500–£1,200 | 60–90 min | 2 weeks for histology |
| Breast MRI (add-on) | £500–£900 | 30 min | 5–7 working days |
| Breast consultant consultation | £250–£450 | 30–45 min | Same visit |
Prices vary by digital vs tomosynthesis (3D), by whether ultrasound is added, and by whether it’s bundled with a consultation.
The problem
NHS screens from 50 to 71. Private mammograms fill the gap.
NHS breast screening runs every three years for women 50–71. Private mammography extends screening from age 40, offers earlier reappraisal after a benign finding, and gives fast triple assessment where a symptom has appeared.
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Screening from 40
Family history or personal choice - many centres offer annual or biennial from 40.
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Same-visit triple assessment
Mammogram + ultrasound + clinical exam, sometimes with a core biopsy the same day.
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Dense breast tissue
Ultrasound (± MRI) is added when tomosynthesis alone is not enough.
The journey
From enquiry to recovery - what happens, in order.
One team from first message through operation, histology and follow-up.
Phase 1 · Before
Workup, imaging, planning
Phase 2 · On the day
Theatre and recovery
Phase 3 · After
Review and follow-up
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Before
Tell us why
Symptom, family history, screening interval, prior imaging.
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Before
Same-week booking
Options across London and major UK cities, evenings and weekends.
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Before
Preparation
No deodorant, talc or lotion on the day. Bring prior mammograms.
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On the day
The mammogram
10–15 minutes. Two views per breast; extra views if needed.
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On the day
Ultrasound if indicated
Added the same visit for dense breasts, symptomatic assessment or a finding.
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After
Consultant report
Breast radiologist report within 24–72 hours.
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After
Follow-up if needed
If a biopsy is recommended, we set up a triple assessment with a consultant surgeon within days.
Typical end-to-end: 1–2 weeks from enquiry to reported scan.
When it helps
When a private mammogram is the right step.
Screening and symptomatic scenarios where mammography is the first look.
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Screening from age 40
Personal choice or family history - earlier than the NHS 50–71 pathway.
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Palpable breast lump
Any new lump warrants triple assessment.
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Nipple discharge
Especially bloody or unilateral - mammogram + ultrasound.
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Family history of breast cancer
First-degree relative or BRCA1/2 - earlier and more frequent imaging.
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Prior benign biopsy
Some benign findings mean earlier follow-up mammograms.
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Post-treatment surveillance
After treatment for breast cancer - annual mammography is standard.
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Dense breast tissue
Ultrasound and sometimes MRI added because mammography sensitivity drops.
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Red flag: skin change or inflammation
Skin dimpling, redness, orange-peel change, retracted nipple - urgent triple assessment.
Procedure options
Options within breast imaging.
What each modality does - and where they combine.
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Digital mammography
Two views per breast - the standard screening scan.
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Tomosynthesis (3D)
Multiple thin-slice images - improves detection in dense breasts.
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Breast ultrasound
Radiation-free targeted imaging - added for dense breasts or a specific lump.
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Contrast-enhanced mammography
IV contrast added - an alternative to MRI in some centres.
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Breast MRI
High sensitivity - used in BRCA carriers and problem-solving.
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Core biopsy
Ultrasound- or stereo-guided - the diagnostic tool if imaging suggests cancer.
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Vacuum-assisted biopsy
Larger tissue sample - for atypia or B3 lesions.
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Fine-needle aspiration
Occasional use - for cysts, sometimes lymph nodes.
Our vetted UK network
A small panel of radiologists, we picked them.
Consultant radiologists across London and the major UK cities. Introductions are made privately, once we understand your case.
Selection criteria
How we choose every consultant in our network.
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CQC-registered imaging centres with modern 1.5T/3T MRI, multislice CT or high-end ultrasound
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UK GMC-registered subspecialty consultant radiologists reporting the scan
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Same-week appointments including evenings and weekends across London and major UK cities
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Direct insurer preauth handling for Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, WPA and Cigna
Safety and recovery
What to expect afterwards - honestly.
The safety profile is well understood. What matters is choosing the right test, and reading the report honestly.
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Small radiation dose
A mammogram is 0.4 mSv - around 7 weeks of background radiation.
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Compression is uncomfortable
Necessary for clear images; brief and eases immediately after.
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False positives
Screening finds abnormalities that need work-up but are benign - most callbacks are.
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Dense breasts limit sensitivity
Ultrasound and sometimes MRI added to improve detection.
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Under 40s
Ultrasound is usually the first look - mammography added if clinically needed.
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Pregnancy and lactation
Ultrasound preferred; mammography is used only when clinically necessary.
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Implants
Special views and technique needed - always tell the unit in advance.
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Follow-up intervals
Annual or biennial in the private sector depending on risk.
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When to escalate
Rapidly growing lump, skin ulceration or spreading redness - urgent triple assessment.
Reading your operation note
Your operation note in four parts. Read the last one first.
Whichever centre does the scan, the report keeps to the same shape.
A quiet reminder
Surgical language is precise and can read coldly - we translate it for you.
If you would like us to talk you through the operation note and any histology before your review, just ask.
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Indication and technique
Screening or symptomatic, digital or tomosynthesis, views taken.
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Each breast, each quadrant
Masses, calcifications, architectural distortion described with size and location.
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Structured category
0 (incomplete), 1 (normal), 2 (benign), 3 (probably benign), 4 (suspicious), 5 (highly suspicious).
- 04 Impression
Summary and recommendation
Read this first - the category and any recommended follow-up or biopsy.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Diagnostic mammography (with a symptom or a specialist referral) is usually covered by UK PMI. Elective screening in a well woman is often self-pay.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about private mammogram.
Quick answers on approach, recovery, risks and cost.
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From what age should I start private mammograms?
Many private units screen from age 40. The NHS screens 50–71 every 3 years. Personal risk, family history and dense-breast tissue push some women to earlier or more frequent private scans.
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What is tomosynthesis?
Tomosynthesis (3D mammography) takes multiple thin-slice images across the breast. It improves detection in dense breasts and slightly cuts recall rates for benign findings, at a modestly higher radiation dose than 2D digital mammography.
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How much does a private mammogram cost in the UK?
£200–£300 for a digital mammogram, £280–£450 for tomosynthesis, £350–£600 with breast ultrasound, £500–£1,200 for a full triple assessment.
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Is a mammogram enough for dense breasts?
Not always. Dense breast tissue reduces mammography sensitivity, and ultrasound (or MRI in high-risk cases) is added to improve detection.
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How much radiation is in a mammogram?
Around 0.4 mSv - about 7 weeks of background radiation. Tomosynthesis is slightly higher. The benefit outweighs the small dose in the appropriate age group.
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What happens if my mammogram finds something?
Most findings are benign. If further imaging or biopsy is recommended, we arrange a same-week triple assessment with a consultant breast surgeon.
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Every test we arrange.
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