To expect to be able to have a hip operation done on the NHS?

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girlfriend44 · 12/04/2023 22:23

Is anyone waiting or know anyone waiting for a hip replacement?
Hubby had one done a few years ago and we paid as the wait was so long on the NHS and he was in alot of discomfort!
Now he feels that the other one May need doing?

Is the Waiting list still long does anyone know?
Has anyone seen a private consultant and taken the report saying they need a hip op to the NHS and got it done quicker.
Although we would pay again if we had too, it seems wrong that you have too.

Any hints/tips thoughts on this?

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Parker231 · 18/11/2023 17:37

LINDAHOAD · 18/11/2023 17:20

yes the government should bring in a part payment scheme for people who have waited an excessive amount of time,. they pay half and the patient pays half - you should not have to but this would be fairer.

What about someone who has been waiting a long time but doesn’t have the money to part pay.? Having some money doesn’t enable you to queue jump on the NHS.

LindyLou2020 · 18/11/2023 18:11

FrownedUpon · 24/04/2023 11:22

My MiL is waiting for an initial appt for her hip. She can hardly walk. Could anyone share how much a private hip replacement is likely to be?

@FrownedUpon
I've just looked at the website of our nearest Spire private hospital.
They are quoting a full hip replacement fee of from £13,620.
This includes an initial consultation and "aftercare", (including physio whilst still in hospital after the op, and being given exercises to do at home).
I don't know if the from price includes x-rays, scans, etc.
There's payment plans available at a 9.9% interest rate.
I was lucky enough to have a hip replacement in February 2020, just before Covid hit the UK.
I only had to wait 2 months from my appointment with the orthopaedic surgeon.
His initial estimate was 3-4 months but I got a cancellation.
Waiting times also differ depending on where you live.

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