Private X-Ray Scan UK – Fast Digital X-Rays Near You

Prompt private X-Ray appointments for bones, joints and chest concerns, with consultant reporting and clear guidance on the next steps.

Access X-Ray appointments at CQC-registered clinics across the UK.

Why choose PrivateScans?

Fast private X-Ray access, with clinical guidance from start to finish

PrivateScans helps you access clinically appropriate X-Ray imaging across the UK, with medical support before and after your appointment.

No GP referral needed to begin

Start your booking online or by phone. Our doctors review your needs and support the referral process where imaging is appropriate.

Nationwide coverage

Access X-Ray appointments through a network of 100+ CQC-registered clinics across the UK.

Fast appointments

Appointment availability is often within a few days, depending on the body part, clinic and location selected.

Expert reporting

Your X-Ray images are reviewed by a consultant radiologist, with a formal written report provided after your scan.

Results explained

A GP follow-up consultation helps you understand your report and consider the most appropriate next steps.

Transparent pricing

Clear scan costs are explained before your appointment is arranged, so you understand the price before you commit.

How PrivateScans works

Step 1: Choose your scan

Pick your scan type, body part and location. No referral needed.

Step 2: Book and confirm

Pay online to secure your GP consultation.

Step 3: Speak with a doctor

A GP will review your medical history, recommend the most appropriate scan for your needs, and issue your medical referral.

Step 4: Attend your scan

Patient attending an MRI scan appointment

Attend your scan at one of our partner CQC-registered scanning centres, selected for convenience and high clinical standards.

Step 5: Results & follow up

Doctor providing a remote follow-up consultation

Results arrive fast. A follow-up consultation with a GP will explain your results and guide you on what to do next if needed.

X-Ray scan areas

Types of X-Ray scans

X-Rays are a quick and effective diagnostic imaging tool, commonly used to assess bones, joints, the chest and selected soft-tissue concerns. The scan area selected will depend on your symptoms and what your clinician needs to investigate.

Ankle

Ankle X-Rays are commonly used to assess injury, fracture, joint pain or alignment concerns.

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Shoulder

Shoulder X-Rays can help investigate pain, injury, arthritis or bony changes.

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Foot

Foot X-Rays provide clear views of the bones and joints after injury or ongoing pain.

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Hip

Hip X-Rays can assess joint wear, fracture, alignment and causes of hip pain.

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Chest

Chest X-Rays are used to assess the lungs, heart outline, ribs and chest symptoms.

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Hand

Hand X-Rays can help identify fractures, arthritis, joint changes and soft tissue calcification.

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Knee

Knee X-Rays can assess injury, joint spacing, arthritis and bony abnormalities.

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Wrist

Wrist X-Rays can investigate suspected fractures, joint pain and alignment after injury.

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Not sure what you need?

Book a consultation call with one of our doctors for expert scan advice. If imaging is recommended, we can support the referral and help you choose the most appropriate X-Ray.

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About X-Ray

What is an X-Ray scan?

An X-Ray is a fast imaging test that uses a small dose of ionising radiation to create images of the inside of the body.

X-Rays are most commonly used to assess bones and joints, but they can also help investigate selected chest, lung and soft-tissue concerns. The images are usually taken from one or more angles depending on the area being examined.

Safety

Is an X-Ray scan safe?

X-Rays use a low dose of ionising radiation. The risk from a standard diagnostic X-Ray is very small, but the scan should still be clinically appropriate and justified.

Our doctors review your symptoms and medical history before referral. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant, this must be discussed before your appointment so the safest approach can be agreed.

Clinical value

What an X-Ray scan can tell you

X-Rays can help identify fractures, joint wear, arthritis, bone alignment changes, some infections, chest abnormalities and other structural concerns.

Your images are reviewed by a consultant radiologist, who prepares a formal report to support diagnosis, onward referral or treatment planning.

X-Ray prices

Book a Private X-Ray

Starting from£99

When you book a private X-Ray, you'll receive a full, end-to-end package of care, starting from just £99.

Our scan costs vary depending on the pricing set by the individual scanning centres.

Start your scan journey from as little as £25.

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Every X-Ray booking includes

GP consultation

Discuss your medical needs and confirm the most appropriate X-Ray.

Your X-Ray at a CQC-registered clinic

Your appointment takes place at a trusted UK imaging centre.

Consultant radiologist report

Your images are reviewed and reported by a specialist radiologist.

Follow up GP consultation

A GP can explain your report and advise on appropriate next steps.

Access to images as required

Access to scan images can be arranged where needed for onward care.

FAQs

Your questions, answered

Common questions about private X-Rays, safety, preparation and results.

What are X-Ray scans?

An X-Ray is a type of imaging test most commonly used to produce images of the bones, joints, teeth and some soft tissues and internal organs, such as the lungs.

X-Ray radiation is a type of ionising radiation. The dose used in diagnostic X-Ray imaging is usually low, and your clinician will make sure the scan is appropriate for you.

What does an X-Ray machine look like?

An X-Ray tube is usually attached to a moveable arm so it can be positioned around the part of your body being scanned. You may be asked to sit or lie on an X-Ray table, or stand against an upright panel, depending on the area being examined.

X-Ray images are 2D, so more than one image may be taken from different angles to create a clearer picture.

How do I prepare for an X-Ray procedure?

X-Ray examinations are usually quick and painless. In most cases, you can eat, drink and take regular medication as normal unless you are given specific instructions.

You may be asked to remove jewellery, belts, watches or clothing with metal fastenings, and you may need to complete consent or medical history forms at the scanning centre.

How long does it take to get private X-Ray results?

After your scan, your X-Ray images are reviewed by a consultant radiologist, who prepares a formal report.

The report is then shared with our clinical team. A GP can discuss your results and next steps with you, usually within the expected reporting timeframe for your chosen scanning centre.

Book your private X-Ray appointment online

Arrange a private X-Ray quickly and receive a consultant radiologist report with GP support to help you understand your results and next steps.

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