How much does a private occipital nerve block cost in the UK?

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How much does a private occipital nerve block cost in the UK?

General information only. Not medical, insurance or legal advice. Coverage rules and prices change, so confirm with your insurer or public health service (such as the NHS, HSE or Medicare) before booking, and ask your doctor whether a procedure is right for you.

Last checked: October 2026 · Protocol Archive Editorial · General information, not medical, insurance or legal advice

Published prices

Published UK prices for an occipital nerve block range from about £199 to £449, depending on whether a consultation is included and whether it is a first or follow-up appointment.

Providers that publish prices include Headlines Clinic (Scotland), DRG Health Clinic (Doncaster and Stockport) and National Migraine Centre (charity).

Prices change and depend on what is included, so ask the provider for a full written quote before you book.

These are prices from the providers’ own pages. Always ask for a written quote.

What to check before you pay

  • Who gives the injection, and are they experienced in headache care?
  • Is a consultation and review included?
  • Is a steroid used, and how often can it be repeated?
  • How does it fit with your other headache treatment?

Frequently asked questions

Is an occipital nerve block cheaper for cluster headache?

Sometimes. The National Migraine Centre charges less for a one-sided block for cluster headache than for a block on both sides.

Alongside headache treatment

NHS headache leaflets say several treatments are usually tried before a nerve block, and that a block is often used alongside other care. Some headaches are linked to the neck, and gentle neck exercises may help some people. Speak to your GP if your headaches change or worsen.

Sources

  1. Headlines Clinic (Scotland): Headache treatments
  2. DRG Health Clinic: Prices
  3. National Migraine Centre: Funding your appointment
  4. Cambridge University Hospitals: Greater occipital nerve block for headache

Last checked October 2026. Found something out of date? Email hello@protocolarchive.com.

This page explains how coverage usually works, using public NHS, insurer, ombudsman and government sources listed above. It is general information, not medical, insurance, financial or legal advice, and it does not recommend any treatment, policy or provider. Rules differ by area and by policy and can change, so confirm with your GP, your insurer or the hospital before you decide. Protocol Archive is independent and is not affiliated with the NHS, the HSE or any insurer.