How much does it cost to transition from male to female in the UK?

Changing sex isn’t cheap. The cost of gender reassignment is £19,236 per patient, including support as well as surgery. The total cost to the NHS in England last year was £17.13 million and this year the budget has been increased to £22.72 million.

How much is male to female surgery?

Gender reassignment surgeries are expensive. Bottom surgeries can cost about $25,000 and top (breast surgeries) from $7,800 to $10,000. Facial and body contouring are also costly. More employer insurance policies, and those sold under the Affordable Care Act, now cover at least some gender reassignment surgeries.

Can you get gender reassignment surgery in the UK?

Gender reassignment surgery is provided via NHS England. The number of providers increased in 2020, and please click HERE for a full list of providers and who are, or who will shortly be providing gender reassignment surgery.

Is gender reassignment surgery covered by insurance UK?

Unfortunately, most UK health insurance providers specifically exclude gender surgery.

Is Top surgery free in the UK?

Hospital and anaesthetist fees may be charged, however there will be no surgical fee.

How much does estrogen cost UK?

A prescription for HRT in England currently costs £9.35 – or £18.70 if a woman needs two types of hormones – and is often provided on a short-term basis, meaning the cost has to be paid every month or every three months.

How do I start transitioning UK?

Some trans people may officially change their name, gender and/or sex on legal documents, which is called ‘legal transitioning’.

1. apply for and obtain a Gender Recognition Certificate to acknowledge their gender identity.
2. get a new birth certificate, driving licence and passport.
3. marry in their gender identity.

How do I get MTF hormones UK?

HOW DO I START HORMONE THERAPY?

1. STEP 1 – Make an enquiry.
2. STEP 2 – Retrieve a referral from a gender psychologist / psychiatrist.
3. STEP 3 – Complete and return your medical forms.
4. STEP 4 – Complete your blood tests.
5. STEP 5 – Schedule an appointment.
6. STEP 6 – Attend your appointment.

What age can you get gender reassignment surgery UK?

In the United Kingdom the age requirement ranges from 16 in Scotland to 17 in England and 18 in Wales.

Is HRT free on NHS UK?

What you need to know. Women in England will now be able to pay less for repeatable hormone replacement therapy (HRT) prescriptions through the NHS. As a result, women will only need to pay one prescription charge for up to a year’s supply of HRT medication.

How long does a male to female surgery take?

Male-to-female sex reassignment surgery The skin from the scrotum is used to make the labia. The erectile tissue of the penis is used to make the neoclitoris. The urethra is preserved and functional. This procedure provides for aesthetic and functional female genitalia in one 4-5 hour operation.

How much does HRT cost privately UK?

Some women continue to have HRT as a private prescription from us. Costs for a month’s supply of HRT will vary depending on the type of medication prescribed, but varies is around £14 per item. Testosterone is more expensive at £80 for a tube of cream that will last around 3-4 months.