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Private healthcare prices, Cardiff & South Wales

No hidden fees. Every price below is all-inclusive of the consultation, scan or treatment, written report and discussion of results. Most services are self-refer with same-week appointments.

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Diagnostic Ultrasound

Ultrasound scans

Self-refer, consultant-led, same-week appointments. Includes the consultation, scan, verbal results and a written report.

Ultrasound — one areaAny single body area — knee, shoulder, abdomen, pelvis, thyroid, lump, DVT, fertility, etc.
£260
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Ultrasound — two areasTwo scans in the same appointment.
£360
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Ultrasound — three areasThree scans in one visit — best value for combined assessment.
£399
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Female pelvic — external or internalTransabdominal or transvaginal pelvic ultrasound.
£260
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Female pelvic — external and internalBoth transabdominal and transvaginal in one appointment.
£360
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Female pelvic — external, internal & abdomenFull pelvic and abdominal assessment.
£399
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Children's ultrasound scans available with a healthcare-professional referral — same pricing as above.

Private MRI

MRI scans

Consultant-Radiologist reported MRI in Cardiff. Same-week appointments. Includes the scan, digital images, written report and referrer discussion. Referral required.

MRI — one areaSingle body area (e.g. one knee, lumbar spine, shoulder).
£435
Refer
MRI — two areasTwo body areas in one appointment. Save £140 vs booking separately.
£730
Refer

No referrer yet? Book a private GP consultation — our GP can assess and refer in the same visit.

REMS Bone Density

Bone density — radiation-free

Radiation-free bone density scan of the lumbar spine and neck of femur in 10-15 minutes. Comprehensive electronic report included.

REMS bone density scanLumbar spine + neck of femur. T-Score, Z-Score, fragility & body composition. Self-refer.
£230
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Private GP

GP consultations

Same-week appointments with experienced UK-registered GPs. Both in-person and virtual options available.

New patient consultationIn-person appointment with a private GP. Includes prescription where appropriate.
£105
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Existing patient consultationFollow-up appointment for patients we've seen before.
£95
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Double appointmentLonger consultation for complex cases, multiple issues or detailed reviews.
£180
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Virtual GP appointmentTelephone or video appointment. Convenient for repeat scripts, simple queries and results review.
£95
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Menopause consultation / women's healthDedicated appointment for menopause, HRT and women's health concerns.
£150
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Blood test follow-upReview your blood test results with a GP.
£95
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Initial weight-loss consultationExcluding pharmacy medication fees.
£150
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Weight-loss follow-upExcluding pharmacy medication fees.
£95
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MedicalsFit to Fly, D4 Driver, HGV, Occupational Fitness, Visas, etc.
From £120
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ECG

ECG assessment

Resting 12-lead ECG reported by a consultant cardiologist. Useful for palpitations, chest pain, breathlessness, pre-op assessment or peace of mind.

ECG assessment with consultant cardiologist report12-lead ECG performed in clinic and reported by a consultant cardiologist.
£120
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GP follow-up for ECGDiscuss your ECG report and next steps with a private GP.
£95
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Blood Tests

Blood test panels

Wide range of blood tests including hormones (male, female, thyroid, AMH), nutritional panels, cardiovascular markers, diabetes, STIs, well-man & well-woman screens.

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From £68 for single markers to full Well-Man / Well-Woman panels. Each test is processed by an accredited UK laboratory with results reviewed by a private GP.

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  • ✓Hormone panels (male, female, thyroid, AMH)
  • ✓Nutritional & vitamin testing
  • ✓Cardiovascular & cholesterol
  • ✓Diabetes & metabolic
  • ✓STI screens
  • ✓Well-Man / Well-Woman comprehensive
Ultrasound-Guided Injections

Guided injections

All ultrasound-guided. Every price includes the diagnostic scan, the injection itself, and follow-up advice.

Steroid (cortisone) injection — one areaSingle ultrasound-guided steroid injection to one joint, tendon or ligament.
£350
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Steroid injection — two areas Save £50Two steroid injections at separate sites in the same visit.
£650
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Hyaluronic acid injectionLong-lasting joint lubrication. Effective for osteoarthritis of the knee, hip and shoulder.
£399
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High-volume Achilles injectionFor chronic Achilles tendinopathy. Targeted to break up adhesions and reduce pain.
£399
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Shoulder hydrodilatationFor frozen shoulder. Distends the joint capsule to restore range of motion.
£399
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Shoulder barbotageFor calcific tendinitis. Breaks down and aspirates calcium deposits in the rotator cuff.
£399
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PRP injectionPlatelet-rich plasma from your own blood to support tendon and joint healing.
From £600
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Arthrosamid® injectionLong-lasting hydrogel implant for knee osteoarthritis. Effects can last 3+ years.
£2,700
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Orthopaedics & Hand Surgery

Orthopaedic consultations & surgery

Consultant orthopaedic and hand surgeons. Day-case procedures under local anaesthetic at our Penarth clinic. Surgery prices include pre-op consultation, procedure and post-op review.

Knee surgeon consultationAssessment with a consultant knee surgeon.
£220
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Foot & ankle consultationAssessment with a consultant foot & ankle surgeon.
£250
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Knee surgeon / foot & ankle follow-upFollow-up appointment.
£150
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Orthopaedic hand consultationAssessment with a consultant hand surgeon to confirm your diagnosis and options.
£150
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Orthopaedic hand injectionOne hand £350 · Both hands £530.
From £350
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Carpal tunnel release surgeryOne hand £1,495 · Both hands £2,950. Local-anaesthetic day-case surgery.
From £1,495
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Trigger finger release surgery1 finger £1,150 · 2 fingers £1,850 · 3 fingers £2,700 · 4 fingers £3,550.
From £1,150
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Dupuytren's contracture release surgery1 finger £1,150 · 2 fingers £1,850 · 3 fingers £2,700 · 4 fingers £3,550.
From £1,150
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Hand cyst removal1 cyst £1,150 · 2 cysts £1,850 · 3 cysts £2,700.
From £1,150
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Minor Surgery

Lumps, bumps & minor surgery

Minor surgical procedures under local anaesthetic at our Penarth clinic. Includes consultation, procedure, suture removal and histology where appropriate.

Pre-operative assessmentAssessment and accurate quote before any minor-surgery procedure.
£75
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Skin tag removal1 to 4 tags £250 · 5 to 10 tags £495.
From £250
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Sebaceous warts / keratoses removalFinal cost depends on size, location and number.
From £250
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Lipoma / sebaceous & pilar cysts / benign mole removalSurgical excision under local anaesthetic. Histology where appropriate.
From £600
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Small hernia repairDay-case repair of small hernias under local anaesthetic.
From £1,500
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Final cost depends on the size, location and number of lumps — a pre-operative assessment gives you an accurate quote for your specific procedure.

In every price

No hidden fees, ever

Consultant-led

UK-registered consultants and specialists for every scan, injection and procedure — not technicians or assistants.

Written report

Detailed written report after every scan or procedure, sent to you and (with permission) your GP or referrer.

Same-week

Most ultrasound and GP appointments within 48-72 hours. MRI within days. Urgent slots available.

HIW regulated

Inspected and registered with Healthcare Inspectorate Wales — the same regulatory standard as the NHS.

Where we are

Two clinics & an MRI scanner

Penarth Clinic

13 Washington Buildings
Stanwell Road, Penarth
CF64 2AD

Main clinic · All services available

Cowbridge Clinic

Beauty Within
10 High Street, Cowbridge
CF71 7AG

Satellite clinic · Ultrasound, GP, REMS

MRI Scanner

Asda Pentwyn
Cardiff
CF23 8NL

MRI only · Free parking

Pricing FAQ

Common questions about our prices

Are these prices all-inclusive?

Yes. Every price on this page includes the full service — consultation, scan or procedure, written report, and discussion of results. There are no hidden fees for reports, images, follow-up advice or communication with your GP. Surgical and minor-surgery prices marked "from" depend on the size, location and number treated — you'll get an accurate quote at your consultation.

When do I pay?

A £50 deposit is taken at the time of booking for all services to secure your appointment slot, with the balance paid after your appointment. We accept card payments, contactless, Apple Pay, Google Pay, cash and Klarna.

What's your cancellation policy?

Cancellations more than 48 hours before your appointment are refunded in full. Within 48 hours, a cancellation fee applies. We're flexible for genuine emergencies and illness — just let us know as soon as possible.

Do you accept private health insurance?

We work with most major UK health insurers including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, WPA, Cigna, Healix, Saga and Allianz. Coverage varies by policy and procedure — check with your insurer for an authorisation code before your appointment, and bring it with you. We can bill many insurers directly.

Can I pay in instalments?

For higher-value treatments (Arthrosamid, carpal tunnel and hand surgery, MRI) we offer Klarna, so you can spread the cost into interest-free instalments. For any additional information, please call us on 029 2199 9300.

Do you offer gift cards?

Yes — gift cards are available for any service or for a set amount. Popular as a thoughtful gift for a family member who's been on an NHS waiting list, or for a Well-Man / Well-Woman blood panel.

Do you charge for prescriptions?

A private prescription is included with most GP consultations at no extra cost. You then pay the pharmacy directly for the medication. Some specialist medications (e.g. weight-loss injections) are priced separately and exclude pharmacy medication fees — ask at consultation.

Are children's prices the same?

Ultrasound scans for children (under 16) are the same price as adults but require a written referral from a healthcare professional. We don't offer separate paediatric GP consultations — please contact your child's NHS GP or a paediatrician for those.

How does Acorn pricing compare to the NHS?

The NHS is free at point of use but waiting times can be long — sometimes weeks for ultrasound, months for MRI, and longer for elective surgery. We offer the same diagnostic standards (HIW regulated, UK consultants) with same-week appointments for most services. Many patients use us alongside their NHS care, not instead of it.

Do I need to bring anything to my appointment?

Please bring any previous scans, reports or referral letters that are relevant. For MRI, the referral form must be completed by your GP, physio or consultant in advance.

Self-refer, same week.

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