How much does a private ADHD assessment cost in the UK in 2026?
Private adult ADHD assessments in the UK currently range from around £500 to £1,500, with follow-ups and titration billed separately. Here's what the year-one bill actually looks like.
The headline number
In 2026, a private adult ADHD assessment in the UK typically costs between £500 and £1,500. The cheaper end (£500–£800) is usually a single online appointment with a specialist nurse or psychologist. The higher end (£1,000–£1,500) usually buys a longer assessment with a consultant psychiatrist, plus a written report you can share with your GP for shared care.
What you actually pay in year one
The assessment fee is only part of the picture. If you're prescribed medication, you'll usually pay for a titration period — typically 3 to 6 monthly review appointments at £80–£200 each — before your dose is stable. Add your private prescription charges (often £10–£20 per script plus the medication cost) and you're realistically looking at £900–£2,500 in the first year for an adult who proceeds to treatment.
Where the price differences come from
Cost differences mostly reflect (a) clinician seniority — consultant psychiatrist vs. specialist nurse, (b) assessment length — 90 minutes vs. half a day, (c) report depth — a brief letter vs. a full diagnostic report suitable for workplace adjustments, and (d) shared-care support. Cheaper isn't worse, but a £500 assessment that doesn't include a report your GP will accept can cost more in the long run.
How to keep the bill down
Three reliable savings: (1) pick a provider with confirmed shared care so the NHS takes over prescribing once you're titrated, (2) ask whether titration reviews can be 30-minute follow-ups rather than full appointments, and (3) check whether you're eligible for NHS Right to Choose — if you can wait, the assessment itself is free.
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Frequently asked
- Is a £500 ADHD assessment as good as a £1,500 one?
- Sometimes. A cheaper assessment with a qualified specialist is clinically valid, but check three things: who carries out the assessment (psychiatrist vs. nurse), whether you get a written report, and whether the provider offers shared care. A cheap assessment that your GP won't accept for shared care can end up costing more.
- Does private health insurance cover ADHD assessment?
- Coverage varies. Bupa, Aviva and Vitality cover assessment in some plans, but many policies exclude developmental conditions or require a GP referral first. Always check your specific policy before booking.
- How much does the medication itself cost privately?
- Private prescription charges are typically £10–£20 per item, plus the cost of the medication. Methylphenidate (Concerta, Equasym) and lisdexamfetamine (Elvanse) cost £30–£90 per month privately. Once on shared care with the NHS, you only pay the standard prescription charge (£9.90 in 2026 in England).
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