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How to book a same-day private GP appointment without health insurance

The good news is that, whether or not you have health insurance, you can book a private GP appointment. A private GP is a paid-for service so if you don’t have health insurance you can simply pay for it yourself.

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21st September 2026
Written by: Dr Gerlis

The good news is that, whether or not you have health insurance, you can book a private GP appointment. A private GP is a paid-for service so if you don’t have health insurance you can simply pay for it yourself. If you need to see a GP quickly, or would simply like to have a consultation at your convenience, click here to make an appointment.

How to book a same-day private GP appointment with SameDayDoctor

We promise ‘Expert Care, Without the Wait’ so if you need to see a GP today or tomorrow, click here to book an appointment with one of our central London or Manchester clinics. 

If you need to speak to a doctor urgently, we will be happy to arrange a remote consultation via phone, video call or via email. 

Alternatively, call one of our SameDayDoctor clinics: 

London - Queen Anne Street

Tel: 020 7631 0090


London - City 

Tel: 020 3871 6015


London - Canary Wharf 

020 7531 7120


Manchester 

Tel: 0161 827 7868

Same-day private GP appointment vs 111 or NHS GP 

There are a number of reasons why our patients prefer to book an appointment with us rather than one with their regular GP. 

  • Speed and convenience - Getting a private consultation is a lot quicker and easier than trying to get an appointment at your GP surgery, or through 111. We can even accommodate walk-in patients, so if you’re in the vicinity of one of our clinics, pop in! 

  • No 8 o’clock scramble - Getting a same-day appointment with an NHS GP is virtually impossible. If you’re not first in the queue at 8am, the likelihood of even speaking to anyone that day is very low indeed. With SameDayDoctor, you’ll book an appointment not only for that day, but also at a time that suits you. 

  • City locations - If you work in central London or Manchester, you’ll be able to visit a SameDayDoctor clinic without having to take time off work or reorganise your day around working from home. 

  • Longer consultation time - NHS GPs are always in a hurry. The likelihood is that they’ll be running late and can’t even spend the 10 minutes allocated time with you before they need to see their next patient. SameDayDoctor allows a longer consultation time which means we can discuss your condition in greater detail, and you can ask questions to get more reassurance and a better idea of treatment options. 

  • Discretion - Making an appointment with your regular surgery means having to accept the timeslot you’re given, meaning it’s likely you’ll have to tell your colleagues you have an appointment to explain your absence. If you need to be discreet about why you’re seeing a doctor, with SameDayDoctor, you can fit your private GP appointment around your work schedule so no-one needs to know where you’re going. 

What can SameDayDoctor’s private GPs help with?

SameDayDoctor’s services includes private GP consultations, second opinions, sexual health specialism, vaccinations and travel clinics, as well as a range of corporate services, including corporate healthcare, medicals and fitness to work. 


FAQs 

Do you need health insurance to see a private GP?

No. You will make your appointment directly with us, and at a time that suits you. If you don’t have private health insurance, you simply pay our fees directly. 

Is a referral required before I can make a same-day private GP appointment? 

No. If you need to see a SameDayDoctor GP, all you have to do is make an appointment at one of our clinics at a time that suits you. 

Do I need to be registered with an NHS GP before I can make a same-day private GP appointment? 

No. You can make your own appointment with SameDayDoctor whether or not you are already registered with your local NHS surgery. 

Can you refer me for NHS treatment? 

As a private GP service, we work separately from the NHS and cannot directly refer you to NHS services or treatment. However, with your permission, we would be happy to contact your family GP with our recommendations if you’d  prefer to explore NHS treatment options after your consultation. 

Can I make a same-day private GP appointment if I'm visiting from outside London or Manchester? 

Yes. It doesn’t matter if you’re visiting from a different part of the UK or are a visitor from abroad, you can book a private GP appointment. 

Do I have to book an appointment? 

Not necessarily. We are also walk-in clinics. So if you happen to be passing one of our clinics, or need to see a GP urgently, we’ll be able to accommodate you.  

Book a same-day private GP appointment with SameDayDoctor

If you’d like to speak with a doctor or make an appointment in one of our central London or Manchester clinics, click here to book online.