For Patients & Visitors

Booking an appointment is straightforward. You can contact our friendly team on 01295 252281 or here. We can help you find the right consultant or service, explain the referral or Insurance process and guide you through the next steps.

In many cases, no. At The New Foscote Hospital, self-pay patients can often refer themselves directly to a consultant. For insured patients, you should check with your provider that your consultant of choice is covered and get authorisation to book. You can choose a consultant here or contact our team on 01295 252281 for help with selection

Availability depends on the specialty, consultant and service required but usually an appointment can be made within a matter of days. Contact our team here to discuss the earliest suitable appointment.

We provide consultant-led care across 25 specialty departments, with services including orthopaedics, general surgery, women’s health, private GP appointments, diagnostic imaging, cardiology, gastroenterology and physiotherapy. Our team can help you identify the appropriate department or consultant for your needs. You can browse all departments here

The cost of private healthcare at The New Foscote Hospital depends on your individual needs, including consultations, diagnostic investigations and recommended treatment. Initial consultant appointments for self-paying patients typically range from £150 to £250, although fees vary by consultant and specialty. Additional charges may apply for further diagnostic tests, scans and treatment. Our team will explain what is included and highlight any additional costs before you proceed. For the latest consultation fees, please contact us

Absolutely. The New Foscote Hospital welcomes self-pay patients across its departments. You do not necessarily need private medical insurance to access private consultations, investigations or treatment. Our team can explain the available options and help you understand the likely costs before you commit.

Yes. The New Foscote Hospital works with major private medical insurance providers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, WPA, Cigna and The Exeter, among others. Acceptance and cover depend on your policy, the consultant and the treatment required. Please confirm authorisation with your insurer before proceeding.

You may be responsible for an excess, co-payment or treatment costs that fall outside your policy. Some medicines, personal items and other services may not be covered. We recommend checking your policy and obtaining authorisation from your insurer before your appointment or treatment.

Yes. We offer on-site MRI services, alongside other diagnostic facilities. Access to a scan depends on the clinical indication, referral requirements and appointment availability. Our team can explain how to arrange an appointment and what information is needed. Contact us here

Please contact our team as soon as possible if you need to change or cancel an appointment or planned procedure. For self-pay procedures, cancellation at least 48 hours before your appointment should avoid charges.

Our on-site diagnostic services include MRI, ultrasound and X-ray, alongside endoscopy and other investigations available through our clinical services. Your consultant can recommend the most appropriate investigation, and our team can advise you on availability and booking arrangements, contacts us here.

Imaging services like an MRI or X-ray require a referral or clinical assessment before an appointment can be confirmed. This can be via a consultant or a GP. We also offer a private GP service who can facilitate this if required.

The New Foscote Hospital is located at 2 Foscote Rise, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 9XP. Please visit our patient information page for guidance on travelling to the hospital

We want your visit to be as straightforward as possible. Free parking is available on-site including disabled spaces and electric car charging. The hospital is wheelchair accessible.