What to Check Before Booking a Private GP
By UK Path · ·
Before booking a private GP appointment, UK patients should confirm the doctor's UK registration, understand the consultation cost, check whether follow-up tests or prescriptions carry additional charges, and clarify what the appointment does and does not cover.
Confirm registration
All UK doctors, including those working privately, must be registered with the General Medical Council. This can be checked directly on the GMC register.
Understand the full cost
Ask whether the quoted price covers the full consultation, or whether tests, prescriptions or follow-up appointments carry separate charges.
Clarify what is included
Private GP services vary — some offer same-day appointments and referrals, others focus on specific consultation types. Confirm what is included before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does UK Path provide the medical consultation?
- No. UK Path connects patients with independent doctors and clinics. The consultation, diagnosis and any treatment are provided directly by the doctor or clinic.
Disclaimer: UK Path is not affiliated with the NHS and does not provide medical consultations, diagnosis, prescriptions or treatment.