What's involved in a shoulder arthroscopy operation?
Shoulder arthroscopy is a “keyhole” operation that is used to look inside and treat the shoulder joint.
During the procedure a tube-like telescope called an arthroscope, which is about the thickness of a pencil, is inserted into the shoulder joint. The joint can be viewed either directly through the arthroscope, or at pictures it sends to a video screen, If necessary, other instruments can be inserted to repair any damage or remove material that may be interfering with movement or causing pain in the shoulder.
The operation usually takes 30 to 60 minutes and is routinely performed as a day-case, although some people stay in hospital for one night.
Why should I consider having a shoulder arthroscopy at a Spire hospital?
Whether you have medical insurance or are paying for your treatment yourself, with Spire Healthcare you will be seen quickly by the consultant-grade surgeon of your choice at a time that suits you. You will be treated in a premium private hospital with some of the UK's highest standards of cleanliness and infection control.
To find out more about having a shoulder arthroscopy privately or to get a guide price, simply
Procedures
Arthroscopic (key hole) sub-acromial decompression of the shoulder and excision of collar bone
| Patient pathway |
Initial consultation |
Diagnostic investigations |
Main treatment |
Post-discharge care |
Total |
| Hospital fees |
n/a |
£131.00 |
£3,849.00 |
inpatient and outpatient physio |
£3,980.00 |
| Consultant's fees |
£185.00 |
n/a |
n/a |
One Consultation included in Main Treatment price |
£185.00 |
| Guide price |
£185.00 |
£131.00 |
£3,849.00 |
£0.00 |
£4,165.00 |
What's included?
- The prices in the table above (the “Guide Prices”) show what most patients should expect to pay at each appointment and on admission to hospital.
- The Guide Prices you pay might be different depending on:
- Which Consultant or Specialist you choose
- Your medical history
- The type of anaesthetic your Consultant advises is best for you
- The type of implant or drug you choose or your Consultant advises is best for you
- The Guide Prices correct as at the 4 of June, 2013.
- Your price quotation will be made clear to you before you proceed with any tests, consultations or treatment (see the “Your Quote” section below).
- The “Initial Consultation” Guide Price covers your initial appointment with your Consultant or Specialist.
- The “Diagnostic Investigations” Guide Price covers the cost of tests (such as x-rays and blood tests) that most patients need as part of diagnosing your condition and any consultations required to discuss the results. Your consultant might advise that you need additional diagnostic investigations. If this is the case, the hospital will advise you of the prices before you go ahead with them.
- The “Main Treatment” Guide Price covers your stay in hospital as long as your Consultant advises is necessary (but not exceeding 30 days), including all the tests you need, fees for your Consultant and Anaesthetist, nursing care, medication and food during this time.
- The “Main Treatment” Guide Price includes prosthesis (for example, hip or knee implants) from a standard range most commonly used for the Procedure. If your Consultant advises that you need different prosthesis, then the price for your Main Treatment may be different. Your final price quote will be made clear to you before you proceed for treatment (see the “Your Quote” section below).
- The “Post Discharge Care” Guide Price includes your care after you leave hospital, including consultations and physiotherapy visits (up to the number stated), removal of stitches, change of dressings and the medication you need to take home with you for up to 10 days after you leave hospital. Note that some home aids (such as commodes) are not included in the Guide Price.
Your Quote
- Before going ahead with a Procedure, you will need to have an initial consultation with a Consultant or Specialist to talk about your medical history and which treatment you need as part of the Procedure. You will need to pay for this consultation, as well as any associated diagnostic tests (for example x-rays and blood tests) even if you decide not to go ahead with Treatment.
- After each consultation, the hospital will provide you with a price quote for any further tests and treatment. If the quote is different from the Guide Prices for any reason, the hospital will provide an explanation.
- In some cases, if you have certain pre-existing medical conditions, it may not be possible to provide you with a fixed price for your Main Treatment. If this is the case, the hospital will discuss the available options with you.
Shoulder Surgery (Rotator Cuff Repair including Bursa)
Pricing detail
£4,476.00
Shoulder surgery (extensive rotator cuff repair) via open surgery
| Patient pathway |
Initial consultation |
Diagnostic investigations |
Main treatment |
Post-discharge care |
Total |
| Hospital fees |
n/a |
£131.00 |
£4,160.00 |
Inpatient and outpatient physio |
£4,291.00 |
| Consultant's fees |
£185.00 |
n/a |
n/a |
Two Consultation included in Main Treatment price |
£185.00 |
| Guide price |
£185.00 |
£131.00 |
£4,160.00 |
£0.00 |
£4,476.00 |
What's included?
- The prices in the table above (the “Guide Prices”) show what most patients should expect to pay at each appointment and on admission to hospital.
- The Guide Prices you pay might be different depending on:
- Which Consultant or Specialist you choose
- Your medical history
- The type of anaesthetic your Consultant advises is best for you
- The type of implant or drug you choose or your Consultant advises is best for you
- The Guide Prices correct as at the 4 of June, 2013.
- Your price quotation will be made clear to you before you proceed with any tests, consultations or treatment (see the “Your Quote” section below).
- The “Initial Consultation” Guide Price covers your initial appointment with your Consultant or Specialist.
- The “Diagnostic Investigations” Guide Price covers the cost of tests (such as x-rays and blood tests) that most patients need as part of diagnosing your condition and any consultations required to discuss the results. Your consultant might advise that you need additional diagnostic investigations. If this is the case, the hospital will advise you of the prices before you go ahead with them.
- The “Main Treatment” Guide Price covers your stay in hospital as long as your Consultant advises is necessary (but not exceeding 30 days), including all the tests you need, fees for your Consultant and Anaesthetist, nursing care, medication and food during this time.
- The “Main Treatment” Guide Price includes prosthesis (for example, hip or knee implants) from a standard range most commonly used for the Procedure. If your Consultant advises that you need different prosthesis, then the price for your Main Treatment may be different. Your final price quote will be made clear to you before you proceed for treatment (see the “Your Quote” section below).
- The “Post Discharge Care” Guide Price includes your care after you leave hospital, including consultations and physiotherapy visits (up to the number stated), removal of stitches, change of dressings and the medication you need to take home with you for up to 10 days after you leave hospital. Note that some home aids (such as commodes) are not included in the Guide Price.
Your Quote
- Before going ahead with a Procedure, you will need to have an initial consultation with a Consultant or Specialist to talk about your medical history and which treatment you need as part of the Procedure. You will need to pay for this consultation, as well as any associated diagnostic tests (for example x-rays and blood tests) even if you decide not to go ahead with Treatment.
- After each consultation, the hospital will provide you with a price quote for any further tests and treatment. If the quote is different from the Guide Prices for any reason, the hospital will provide an explanation.
- In some cases, if you have certain pre-existing medical conditions, it may not be possible to provide you with a fixed price for your Main Treatment. If this is the case, the hospital will discuss the available options with you.