Mr Chethan Jayadev
Consultant Orthopaedic Knee Surgeon
Specialist treatments
Total knee replacement From £15,100
There are many conditions which require a knee replacement. The most common is osteoarthritis. This means that the cartilage of the knee has worn out, resulting in the top of the shinbone (tibia) and the bottom of the thigh bone (femur) rubbing together. This is very painful and stops you from being able to move your knee as you once did.
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Total Knee Replacement (TKR) procedure overview
In a total knee replacement (TKR) surgeons remove the ends of the thigh and shin bones and put in artificial knee parts. These artificial knee parts are usually made of metal and high-density plastic.
After your TKR operation, you should experience some pain relief, which should improve your ability to walk.
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Total knee replacements is just one of many treatment options available at RNOH Private Care. Follow the link to view all of our knee treatment options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
01How will I feel after the operation?
After the operation, you will feel some pain and discomfort, which will be helped by medication.
You will be offered pain relief every few hours which may include a combination of regular pain relief such as paracetamol as well as stronger opioid-based painkillers.
It is a good idea to take these regularly in the first 48-72 hours. After this, you may be able to reduce the dose or frequency of some of these medicines.
You may have the following:
- A bulky bandage on your knee
- Small drainage tubes coming from your wound • A drip to replace lost fluids
- An oxygen mask
All will be removed as soon as possible after surgery.
Unless you have been told otherwise by a doctor or a physiotherapist, you can move as you feel comfortable after your total knee replacement. Prolonged convalescence increases the risk of blood clots and increases the risk of catching infections. Your goal will be to return to normal activities as soon as possible and the best place to do this is in the comfort of your own home. Please remember that you are not unwell: you will recover quicker from surgery by following our advice.
02How much does it cost?
Every patient is unique and prices will be based on your consultant and your specifics needs.
A total knee replacement costs from £15,100.
A robotic assisted total knee replacement costs from £16,100.
For more information contact our Private Care team.
03Can I fund my own treatment? And do you have payment options to spread the cost of treatment?
Self Pay patients and payment options
More information for Self Pay patients is available here
Cheques and Credit/Debit Card
All payments must be made in pounds sterling (£).
- Personal Cheques and Bankers Drafts should be made payable to ‘Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust’. Personal cheques can only be accepted if received in advance in order for the funds to be cleared.
- We accept all major credit cards, however, we are unable to accept Diners or Amex.
- Outstanding accounts are monitored and reviewed regularly.
04Can I use my private medical insurance?
Insured patients
We have contracts with the majority of insurers to cover the costs of your treatment. Before you attend either an outpatient appointment or being admitted to RNOH Private Care you must get authorisation from your insurer.
You will need to check with them your policy limits or restrictions and whether RNOH Private Care is in their chosen network of hospitals. Please ensure you have all the relevant details regarding your insurance, including your membership or policy number, when having any contact with our team.
Please be aware that you will be responsible for costs not covered by your insurance policy, such as any medication or equipment you are given to go home with. Our team will discuss these with you.
05What if I have a third part or Embassy sponsorship?
Third Party Sponsorship
Patients must provide an original signed letter from their sponsor which clearly outlines their acceptance of responsibility for payment of the patient’s account. This must be received and agreed by RNOH Private Care prior to the appointment or admission date.
Embassy Sponsorship
RNOH Private Care has excellent relationships with embassies. If you are a government sponsored patient your embassy will need to issue a letter of guarantee to cover the cost of your treatment. We must receive this letter before your appointment date to enable treatment to go ahead.
06What are your terms & conditions?
Information about our Terms and Conditions is available here.
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How can I pay for treatment?
01Insured patients
We have contracts with the majority of insurers to cover the costs of your treatment. Before you attend either an outpatient appointment or being admitted to RNOH Private Care you must get authorisation from your insurer.
You will need to check with them your policy limits or restrictions and whether RNOH Private Care is in their chosen network of hospitals. Please ensure you have all the relevant details regarding your insurance, including your membership or policy number, when having any contact with our team.
Please be aware that you will be responsible for costs not covered by your insurance policy, such as any medication or equipment you are given to go home with. Our team will discuss these with you.
02Self Pay patients
More information for Self Pay patients is available here.
03Payment Options
More information for Payment Options is available here.
Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust trading as Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Private Care is an Appointed Representative of Chrysalis Finance Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust is a credit broker, not a lender. The provider of a payment scheme which is not offered through or by Chrysalis Finance Limited may not be so authorised and regulated.
04Third Party Sponsorship
Patients must provide an original signed letter from their sponsor which clearly outlines their acceptance of responsibility for payment of the patient’s account. This must be received and agreed by RNOH Private Care prior to the appointment or admission date.
05Embassy Sponsorship
RNOH Private Care has excellent relationships with embassies. If you are a government sponsored patient your embassy will need to issue a letter of guarantee to cover the cost of your treatment. We must receive this letter before your appointment date to enable treatment to go ahead.
06Cheques and Credit/Debit Card
All payments must be made in pounds sterling (£).
- Personal Cheques and Bankers Drafts should be made payable to ‘Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust’. Personal cheques can only be accepted if received in advance in order for the funds to be cleared.
- We accept all major credit cards, however, we are unable to accept Diners or Amex.
- Outstanding accounts are monitored and reviewed regularly.
07What are your terms & conditions?
Information about our Terms and Conditions is available here.