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Wakefield & West Yorkshire · Price guide · 2026
YAG laser capsulotomy cost in Wakefield
Quick answer
Private YAG laser capsulotomy with Mr Mohamed Mohyudin (GMC 7039600), Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, starts from £500 per eye as an all-inclusive self-pay package. Wakefield patients are typically seen within 1–2 weeks and treated within 1–2 weeks — against NHS waits of variable, often several weeks to months via Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust. The same named consultant performs your assessment, surgery and follow-up at Spire Elland Hospital. No GP referral is required for self-pay patients.
From
£500 per eye
all-inclusive
Private wait
1–2 weeks
after consult
NHS wait
variable, often several weeks to months
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals
Consultation
£250–£350
no GP referral
How much is private YAG laser capsulotomy in Wakefield?
Prices are for Mr Mohamed Mohyudin (GMC 7039600) at Spire Elland Hospital — a named consultant surgeon, not a referral agency. Consultations at Spire Elland Hospital; surgery about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62 from Wakefield.
£500 per eye
All-inclusive self-pay with Mr Mohyudin.
NHS vs private YAG Laser Capsulotomy in Wakefield
| NHS | Private — Mr Mohyudin | |
|---|---|---|
| Wait | variable, often several weeks to months | 1–2 wk consult · surgery 1–2 weeks |
| Surgeon | Assigned | Mr Mohyudin throughout |
| Cost | Free | From £500 per eye |
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FAQs — YAG Laser Capsulotomy cost in Wakefield
How much does private YAG laser capsulotomy cost in Wakefield in 2026?
Private YAG laser capsulotomy with Mr Mohamed Mohyudin starts from £500 per eye (self-pay, all-inclusive). The package covers your consultant assessment, the procedure, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital costs, and routine follow-up. Mr Mohyudin is Bupa Fee-Assured and recognised by AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, WPA and Cigna.
How long is the NHS wait for YAG laser capsulotomy in Wakefield?
NHS waiting times for YAG laser capsulotomy across Wakefield currently run to variable, often several weeks to months, via Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust. Privately with Mr Mohyudin, Wakefield patients are typically assessed within 1–2 weeks and treated within 1–2 weeks of the first consultation — with a named consultant surgeon throughout.
What is included in the private YAG laser capsulotomy price?
A transparent quote from Mr Mohyudin includes: initial consultant assessment, pre-operative measurements, the procedure at Spire Elland Hospital, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital facility charges, and routine post-operative follow-up. Always confirm whether the quote is per eye or for both eyes, and whether your preferred treatment option is included.
Do I need a GP referral for private YAG laser capsulotomy in Wakefield?
No GP referral is required for self-pay patients. Book directly via Spire Elland Hospital (01422 324000). If you are using private medical insurance, your insurer may request a GP or optometrist referral letter for pre-authorisation.
Who performs my YAG laser capsulotomy — will I see the same surgeon throughout?
Yes. Mr Mohamed Mohyudin (GMC 7039600) is a substantive NHS Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and double fellowship-trained specialist. He personally assesses you, performs your procedure at Spire Elland Hospital, and conducts all follow-up appointments — not a rotating team or anonymous clinic model.
How quickly can Wakefield patients be seen privately?
Private consultations are typically available within 1–2 weeks. Where YAG laser capsulotomy is recommended, surgery is usually arranged within 1–2 weeks of your first appointment — far faster than the NHS pathway (variable, often several weeks to months).
How do I get to Spire Elland Hospital from Wakefield?
Spire Elland Hospital is at Elland Lane, Elland, HX5 9EB — about 25 minutes via the M1 and M62 from Wakefield, with free on-site parking. The M1/M62 interchange makes the drive from Wakefield straightforward.