Private bunion surgery in London costs approximately £6,500 for one foot and approximately £10,000 for both feet when performed under sedation with Mr Kaser Nazir, a Harley Street NHS Consultant. A consultation costs £250, and X-rays are priced separately at £160 for one foot or £264 for both feet. This guide sets out exactly what these prices include, what they exclude, and what shapes the final cost for an individual patient.
For a full breakdown of pricing, including what shapes the final cost for an individual patient and how it compares with NHS waiting times, readers can see our complete guide, Private Bunion Surgery: Cost, NHS Comparison & Referrals.
Understanding the Headline Costs
How much does bunion surgery cost in London?
At Bunion Surgeon London, minimally invasive bunion surgery under sedation is currently listed at approximately £6,500 for one foot and approximately £10,000 for both feet. A consultation costs £250, and X-rays cost £160 for one foot or £264 for both feet. These are typical procedure costs and exclude postoperative X-rays. The final figure for any individual patient is confirmed only after assessment and imaging, since the right treatment plan depends on the severity of the bunion and the patient’s specific foot anatomy.
Why does the surgery cost what it does?
The surgical fee reflects a fixed, all-inclusive package rather than a series of separate charges. Mr Nazir has explained that the £6,500 fee for one foot “includes the operation as a whole in terms of hospital fees, the equipment fees, the surgical screws, the surgeon fee, the anaesthetist fee included, and all post-operative consultations.” This bundled structure means patients are not billed piecemeal for each element of their care once the fee is agreed.
Is keyhole bunion surgery more expensive than traditional open surgery?
Yes. Keyhole bunion surgery costs more than traditional open surgery because the specialised equipment required is more expensive. This reflects the precision instrumentation needed to realign the bone through small incisions rather than a single larger cut, which is the basis of the minimally invasive, or keyhole, approach.
What Is Included and Excluded
What exactly is covered by the quoted surgery price?
The quoted fee for surgery covers the operation itself, hospital and theatre costs, the surgical screws used to fix the correction, the surgeon’s fee, the anaesthetist’s fee, and all post-operative consultations. It does not, however, include postoperative X-rays, which are billed separately. Patients typically require two postoperative X-rays: one at 6 weeks after surgery and a second at 4 months. These are charged at £164 per foot, or £250 if both feet are X-rayed at the same visit.
Is the consultation fee separate from the surgery cost?
Yes, the £250 consultation fee is charged independently of any surgery fee. This is because not every patient who attends a consultation goes on to need an operation. The consultation includes a full assessment, a review of any X-rays, and a discussion of the specific procedure and recovery process if surgery is appropriate. Attending a consultation carries no commitment to proceed with surgery. It is described as a preliminary stage where an opinion is sought before any decision is made.
Why are X-rays charged separately from the consultation?
X-rays are billed as a distinct item because not every patient needs the same imaging, and the number of views required can vary. Preoperative X-rays generally range from £150 to £250 depending on the number of views taken and whether one or both feet are imaged. On the current published pricing, an X-ray for one foot costs £160, while X-rays for both feet cost £264.
Budgeting for One Foot vs Both Feet
How much should I budget for surgery on both feet?
A typical starting estimate for treating both feet is £250 for the consultation, £264 for X-rays of both feet, and approximately £10,000 for surgery under sedation, bringing the total to approximately £10,514 before postoperative X-rays or any additional costs. Some patients are suitable to have both feet treated in the same procedure, while others are advised to treat one foot first. This decision depends on the severity of the bunions, general health, mobility, home support and individual recovery goals.
Is it cheaper to have both feet done at the same time rather than one at a time?
Having both feet treated in the same episode is priced at approximately £10,000, compared with £6,500 per foot if each foot is operated on separately. Mr Nazir has confirmed that “if you perform one foot at a time, then it’s still 6,500 per foot at each episode.” This means two separate single-foot procedures would cost more in total than having both feet done together, though the right approach depends on clinical suitability rather than cost alone.
What determines whether both feet can be treated in one procedure?
Suitability for treating both feet at once depends on the severity of the bunion deformity, the patient’s general health, mobility, the level of support available at home during recovery, and personal recovery goals. Mr Nazir has been clear that the objective of the consultation “is not simply to choose the cheapest or fastest option,” but “to choose the safest and most suitable treatment for your feet.” This assessment is only possible once a consultation and X-rays have taken place.
Common Questions and Misconceptions
Does private health insurance cover bunion surgery?
Most private medical insurance covers bunion surgery because it is classed as a medical condition rather than a cosmetic procedure. Patients considering using insurance should still check the specific terms of their policy, since cover can vary between providers.
Is bunion surgery only a cosmetic procedure, so insurance won’t cover it?
This is a common misconception. Bunion surgery addresses a genuine medical deformity of the foot, which is why most private medical insurance covers it. Patients who assume it is purely cosmetic and therefore self-funded only should confirm their policy details directly, since many insurers will fund treatment on medical grounds.
How soon can surgery happen after the first consultation?
Timing is flexible and depends on the patient’s own schedule. Mr Nazir’s practice can typically arrange surgery within a couple of weeks of the initial consultation, or later if that suits the patient better, with scheduling built around the patient’s own timetable.
Are all follow-up appointments included in the price of surgery, or are they billed separately?
For self-pay patients, a full package is provided that includes all follow-up appointment costs. This is consistent with the bundled surgical fee, which already covers “all post-operative consultations.” The one exclusion from this package is postoperative X-rays, which are charged separately at the rates set out above.
Why does the cost vary between patients even for the same procedure?
The published prices are typical guide figures, but the final recommendation and cost are only confirmed after a consultation and X-rays have taken place. Factors that can affect the final plan include whether one or both feet require treatment, whether minimally invasive surgery is clinically suitable for that patient’s bunion, and whether any additional procedure is needed alongside the main correction. This is why Bunion Surgeon London gives patients a clear outline of expected fees only once assessment findings are known.
Next Step
Patients researching cost as part of their decision-making are encouraged to book a consultation with Mr Kaser Nazir to receive a full assessment, review of X-ray findings, and a confirmed treatment plan with an accurate cost estimate. This ensures the recommendation reflects individual suitability for minimally invasive keyhole bunion surgery rather than the published guide price alone.
