Heart symptoms should never wait. If you live in Portsmouth – Southsea; Old Portsmouth; Cosham; Drayton or Eastney – private cardiology can deliver fast ECGs; echocardiograms and stress testing with minimal delay. Here is how to navigate appointments; insurance cover and local facilities.
Why choose private cardiology in Portsmouth
- Faster diagnostics – same week ECG; Holter monitors and echocardiograms
- Choice of cardiologist – pick sub-specialists in arrhythmia; heart failure; sports cardiology
- Joined-up care – rapid imaging followed by consultant review and treatment plan
Local pathway overview
- Spire Portsmouth Hospital; Havant Road – private echo; ECG; ambulatory monitoring; consultant clinics
- Queen Alexandra Hospital Private Patient Unit; Cosham – access to advanced imaging lists and cardiology teams
- Mainland links – complex cases routed to Southampton cardiac centres via short rail or ferry connections
Insurance features to compare
- Outpatient diagnostics limit – £1,000 – £2,000 typical for ECG; echo; CT calcium score
- Referral rules – does your plan allow direct consultant access or require GP referral
- Excess application – annual excess is cheaper than per-claim if you need multiple tests
- Cardiac rehabilitation – check for post event physio and exercise programmes
Cost control tips
- Book tests on the same day to minimise additional excess charges
- Ask for packaged prices for ECG + echo + consultation
- Consider a 6 week NHS wait option for non-urgent follow ups to reduce premiums
Checklist before your appointment
- GP referral letter and medication list
- Wearable data summary if you track heart rate or rhythm
- Insurer pre-authorisation number
FAQ
Is CT coronary angiography covered
Often yes on mid to high tier policies; check diagnostic caps and pre-authorisation.
Can I return to NHS after private tests
Yes – share reports with your NHS GP or cardiology team.