Prescriptions Charges and Exemptions

Extensive exemption and remission arrangements protect those likely to have difficulty in paying charges (NHS prescription and dental charges, optical and hospital travel costs).

The NHS prescription charge is a flat-rate amount which successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can afford to pay for their medicines. Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need extensive medication.

NHS charges

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

• Prescription (per item): £8.05
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £104.00
• 3-month PPC: £29.10

If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months, or more than 15 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a PPC.

• Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website

From the 14/02/2016 we have stopped taking orders for medication over the telephone with the exception for Housebound Patients.

To order your medication you will need to either:-

Post your order slip to the surgery with a self addressed envelope (unless you are signed up electronically).

Drop your order slip through the letter box (just outside the front door).

Drop your order slip in the Prescription Box at the Reception.

Ask your designated chemist to order your medication for you (if this service is provided by them).

You can also order your medication online, in order to use this service you will need to be registered online.

To register online we will need Photographic Identification which can be a Valid Driving Licence or Valid Passport.