When setting up your private GP service, one of the first things you will need to decide is how much you will charge patients for your services. Prices of a private GP can range from £30 to £200 depending on how long the consultation is and what is offered within it. If you are working under practice privileges for a larger organisation, they are likely to set the prices for all GP consultations.
When deciding how much you should charge as a private GP, there are a range of questions you need to ask yourself which may impact the prices you choose:
Charges are usually based on the length of the consulation.
Some private GPs offer appointments of 10-15 minutes, other offer 30 minute consultations to give patients more time to discuss their health.
Whichever you choose, your price will need to reflect this, and patients will need to be aware of how long their appointment will last.
Rent, rates, IT, phone, support staff, cleaning costs are amongst the costs that will influence the price you are charging for consultations.
It's worth considering fees charged by any local private GPs in your area.
When comparing prices, be sure to check what services they are offering within their consultation fee as well as how long their appointments last.
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