Service Fees
Private clinic fees at Tamar Health Plymouth
We believe the cost of private healthcare should be clear, fair and transparent. All fees at Tamar Health are fixed and confirmed at the time of booking — there are no hidden charges, no administration fees and no referral costs. You can see a highly qualified Advanced Practitioner in Plymouth from £40, with same-day appointments often available.
What’s included in your consultation fee
Your consultation fee covers your appointment with a clinician — the full clinical assessment, any examination carried out, your diagnosis and management plan, and any prescriptions or referral letters produced during the appointment. Blood tests, where requested, are arranged and charged separately. There are no add-on charges for examinations or clinical documentation produced as part of your care.
Appointment and consultation fees
All fees below apply to appointments at our clinic in Estover, Plymouth. Payment is taken at the time of booking.
| Service | Fee | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP consultation Urgent or same-day concern | £40 | 15 min | Assessment, diagnosis, prescribing, referral. Suitable for acute or single-issue presentations. |
| AP routine appointment Long-term condition management | £65 | 30 min | For ongoing or complex conditions requiring a more thorough review. Includes medication management and planned care. Blood tests optional — individual test costs apply. Blood draw fee waived. |
| Lifestyle review — AP | £85 | 45 min | Clinical measurements (BP, BMI, O2 sats, urine dipstick), whole-person lifestyle assessment covering diet, sleep, stress and activity. Written personalised plan included. Blood tests optional — individual test costs apply. Blood draw fee waived. |
| Lifestyle review — GPComing soon | £120 | 45 min | GP-led lifestyle review. Available when our GP service launches. |
| Health screening | £100 | 60 min | Full health MOT — clinical measurements, BMI, urine dipstick, QRISK cardiovascular score, whole-person lifestyle assessment, written summary. Blood tests optional — individual test costs apply. Blood draw fee waived. |
| Follow-up appointment | £20 | 10–15 min | Review of results, progress check or continuation of an existing management plan. |
| Blood test appointment Standalone blood test only | From £25 | 10–15 min | Appointment, sample taking and clinician result review with explanation. Individual test costs are charged additionally — see our blood tests page for current prices. Note: The £25 draw fee is waived when blood tests are taken as part of a routine, lifestyle or screening appointment. |
| Ear wax microsuction — both ears | £65 | Up to 30 min | Safe removal by gentle suction. No irrigation, no referral needed. |
| Ear wax microsuction — one ear | £50 | 20 min | Single ear treatment. |
| Phone translation service | £40 | Per appointment | Telephone interpreter arranged for your appointment. Minimum 24 hours’ notice required — please request at the time of booking. |
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Blood tests at Tamar Health are charged in two parts: the appointment fee, which covers the clinician’s time and result review, and the individual test costs, which are priced per test or as a panel. Tests are processed by an accredited laboratory. Results are typically available within 24–72 hours, reviewed by your clinician with a plain-English explanation.
How blood test pricing works
The appointment fee is collected at the time of booking. Individual test costs are confirmed when you discuss your requirements with the clinician — either at booking or at the appointment itself. You will always know the full expected cost before any test is taken.
| Item | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Blood test appointment | From £25 | Covers clinician time, sample taking and result review with explanation |
| Individual blood tests | Priced per test | Charged in addition to the appointment fee. See our blood tests page for current prices. |
| Test panels and bundles | Combined rate | Commonly requested tests are available as bundled panels. Ask at the time of booking. |
How payment works
Paying for your appointment
All appointment fees are collected at the time of booking. We accept all major debit and credit cards. There are no booking fees or administration charges on top of the appointment fee. Your booking is confirmed once payment is received.
Private prescriptions
If your clinician prescribes medication during your appointment, this is issued as a private prescription through our digital prescribing system. There is a £2 prescription administration fee per prescription, which is charged as part of the service and collected at the time of booking or at the appointment. The medication itself is taken to a pharmacy of your choice and paid for directly. The cost varies by medication and pharmacy. Most common short-course medications are reasonably priced at most pharmacies.
Referral letters and clinical reports
Referral letters to consultants or specialists, and clinical summaries produced during your appointment, are included in your consultation fee at no additional charge. There is no separate charge for documentation produced as part of your care.
Cancellation and non-attendance policy
We ask all patients to give as much notice as possible if they are unable to attend. As a small private clinic, missed appointments directly affect our ability to offer timely care to other patients. Our policy is tiered based on the notice given.
| Situation | What happens |
|---|---|
| Did not attendNo contact made before appointment time | Full fee retained. No refund issued. |
| Cancelled under 24 hoursContact made within the 24-hour window | Full fee retained. No refund issued. |
| Cancelled 24 hours – 7 daysNotice given within this window | 50% of the total fee is retained. 50% refunded to your original payment method within 5–10 working days. |
| Cancelled more than 7 daysNotice given more than 7 days before appointment | Full refund issued within 5–10 working days. |
Exceptional circumstances such as serious illness or bereavement will always be considered. Please contact us and we will do our best to help.
Frequently asked questions about fees
Are your fees the same for all patients?
Yes — our fees are fixed regardless of your age, health history or reason for attending. There are no variable or means-tested charges. The price confirmed at booking is the price charged.
Why is payment taken at booking?
Taking payment at the time of booking helps us manage appointment availability fairly and ensures your slot is reserved. All fees are confirmed in full before you pay — there are no surprises on the day.
Do you accept private health insurance?
We are not currently registered with private health insurance providers. All appointments are self-pay. We recommend checking with your insurer, as some policies offer partial reimbursement for self-pay private appointments — however, we are unable to process insurance claims directly.
Are blood test costs included in my consultation fee?
Individual blood test costs are separate from and additional to your consultation fee. However, the £25 blood draw fee is waived when blood tests are taken as part of a routine AP appointment, lifestyle review or health screening appointment — you pay only for the individual tests requested. The draw fee applies only to standalone blood test appointments. We always confirm the full expected cost before proceeding.
What if I need more than one issue addressed?
Our AP consultation covers your primary concern and related queries within the appointment time. If your needs are more complex, we may recommend a routine AP appointment or lifestyle review, which is priced accordingly. You will never be charged more than the agreed fee without your knowledge.
What is the £2 prescription fee for?
We use a digital prescribing platform to issue private prescriptions safely and securely. The platform charges a small administration fee of £2 per prescription, which we pass on at cost. This covers the processing and transmission of your prescription — there is no mark-up on our part.
Is there a charge if I need to cancel or rearrange?
Yes — our cancellation policy is tiered based on the notice given. Did not attend and cancellations under 24 hours: full fee retained, no refund. Cancellations between 24 hours and 7 days: 50% retained, 50% refunded within 5–10 working days. Cancellations more than 7 days in advance: full refund issued. To cancel, contact us on 01752 938102 or hello@tamarhealth.com. Full details are in our cancellation policy on the booking page.
Do you charge for phone calls or admin queries?
Brief administrative queries — chasing a result, confirming an appointment or asking a quick question — are handled free of charge by our reception team. Clinical questions that require a clinician’s input may require a booked appointment.
Our services
- AP consultation — from £40, same-day availability, no referral needed
- Lifestyle review — £85, clinical measurements, whole-person assessment, written plan
- Health screening — £100, full MOT including QRISK score, urine dipstick and phone follow-up
- Blood tests — from £25 standalone, draw fee waived when booked inside a consultation
- Ear wax microsuction — £65 both ears, no referral needed
- GP vs Advanced Practitioner — which do I need?
- Contact us — not sure which appointment is right for you? We’ll help.
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