Book a private scan
without a GP referral
Understand your options and find a private scan in 2 minutes.
Your next step, made clearer.
Let’s find your next step
Not sure where to start? Explore a possible scan in 3 simple steps, then discuss it with a clinician.
What would you like help with?
Choose the concern closest to yours.
How private scanning works
You explore your options here. Your chosen provider takes care of the clinical review, appointment and results.
Choose your scan and centre
Explore scan options and availability for your preferred location.
Pay on the provider’s site
Check the final price, package details and cancellation terms before paying.
Speak to a clinician
An included call reviews your symptoms and suitability, then arranges a referral if appropriate.
Have your scan and get results
Attend your appointment. Your provider sends the report and explains the next steps.
A guide to every scan
What it shows, what to expect and what to ask. Plain English information to help you feel prepared.
Prices from partner clinics, checked Oct 2026. Final price confirmed before you pay.
A scan is a step.
Not the whole story.
The right scan depends on your symptoms, history and the question your clinician is trying to answer. More scanning is not always better.
We explain the possibilities and the limitations, so you can ask better questions before you book. A clinician should always confirm what is appropriate for you.
Our approach to informationBefore you book
The practical things people often want to know about private scans.
Do I need a GP referral?
You do not need to arrange a GP referral before booking with partner clinics. A clinician or GP call is included to review your symptoms, check whether a scan is appropriate and arrange the required referral. Self referral does not mean you can bypass clinical screening.
How quickly can I be scanned?
Appointments depend on the scan, centre and clinical review. Ask the provider for local availability before paying. Ask when your report will arrive and whether a follow up discussion is included. Appointment and reporting times vary and are not guaranteed.
What is included in the price?
Partner clinics advertise a clinician or GP call, the scan and a report. Check the exact package, body areas, contrast fees, follow up and any extra tests on the provider’s site before paying.
What is the difference between MRI and CT?
MRI uses a magnetic field and radio waves and is often used for soft tissues. CT uses X-rays and is often useful for bones, lungs and other internal structures. Neither is universally better. A clinician should choose the test for your symptoms.
Is private scanning safe?
Scanning should be clinically appropriate and performed by qualified staff at a registered centre. MRI needs implant and metal checks; CT and X-rays use radiation. Tell the team about pregnancy, allergies and medical conditions. All tests have limitations.
Can I share my results with my GP or the NHS?
You can usually request your report and images to share with your GP or NHS team. Ask each provider how to obtain them. Your NHS clinician decides whether the results meet their needs and whether further assessment is necessary.
What happens if I cancel?
Cancellation and refund terms depend on the provider and booking stage. A cancellation fee may apply. Read the partner clinic’s current terms before paying, including what happens if the clinician decides a scan is not appropriate.