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): £9.00
• 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

Repeat Prescriptions

If a repeat prescription has been authorised by your doctor you may order it by

• Telephoning the surgery on 01287 640385 and choosing option 1
• Posting your request in the foyer in the red box
• Calling into the Surgery and filling out a request form
• Using the online prescription service system via the link at the top of this page

The prescription line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

The prescription clerk will listen to the prescription requests each weekday. Please note, when leaving a message please list all the medication you require and please give 48 hours notice so that we have enough time to process the request. 

Please see below the following criteria for prescription ordering

Prescription order form download:

Prescription request form

Electronic repeat dispensing

Repeat dispensing as a way that we can prescribe medication for our patients who wish to not order medication as often. We change the medication so that we do an electronic batch for example, 6 months of medication that we send to the chemist. Then you are able to pick the medication up each month, until you are on your last monthly batch; of which case you will just need to simply ring us and order another 6 months worth. 

This is beneficial towards everyone. We save the usage of paper and the patient does not need to order their medication as often.

If you're a patient who feels they might be eligible then please contact the surgery to speak to a member of the prescribing team.

Prescription Recommendations from Hospital

Any medication required for the period immediately following hospital discharge will be prescribed by your consultant. Additionally, your consultant may make recommendations for future medication. In such circumstances please hand in the recommendation at reception and we will aim to provide your prescription within five working days.