Endoscopy costs and locations
Types of endoscopy procedures
Learn about the different endoscopy types available through Practice Plus Group…
Private colonoscopy
This is a procedure often used to screen for colon cancer. An endoscope (a very thin, long camera) is passed through the anus to view the large bowel and parts of the small bowel. It also enables polyps to be removed.
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
This is an examination of the large intestine whereby a flexible endoscope is passed via the rectum through to the furthest part of the colon.
Private gastroscopy
In this procedure, an endoscope is used to look into the stomach to diagnose conditions. This is a very common procedure: more than 500,000 are performed by the NHS each year in England alone.
Sigmoidoscopy
This is an examination of the large intestine using a rigid endoscope. It enables the doctor to look into the rectum and bottom part of the colon.
Ways to pay
There are 3 ways to access endoscopy at Practice Plus Group:
- Pay for yourself
- Private health insurance
- NHS referral
Why choose Practice Plus Group?
At Practice Plus Group Hospitals we’re passionate about giving patients a positive experience and excellent clinical outcomes, with personalised care every step of the way. Whether you’re paying for yourself or using private medical insurance, with our short waiting times, unrivalled Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings and high levels of cleanliness and infection control, we’ll make sure you’re looked after. In fact, we were the first provider to have all services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
