Scandal of private health sharks overcharging patients Patients who pay for private surgery are falling victim to massive price variations of up to £12,000 for the same procedure.
A report by medical industry experts shows that depending on the provider and location, the quoted price of a total hip replacement ranges from £8,945 to £14,880, while a commonly performed varicose vein procedure can cost anything from £1,995 to £4,340.
However, a Mail on Sunday investigation has found that patients are often being charged several times this amount, with one woman quoted £15,000 for a vein operation. The Daily Mail
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