National Health Service provides most health care to most people free of charge, but there are exceptions such as prescription charges. The NHS does not employ GPs it has a contract with them to provide NHS general medical services for their patients. Sometimes, however, GPs are asked to provide additional services, which fall outside their contract with the NHS, and in these circumstances, they are entitled to make a reasonable charge for providing them.
There are several services, such as the signing of certain forms which are not covered under the National Health Service, such as:
- Medicals for pre-employment, sports and driving requirements (HGV, PSV etc.)
- Medical reports for solicitors
- Insurance claim forms
- Travel insurance claim forms
- Some travel vaccinations
- HepB vaccination
- Prescriptions for taking medication abroad
- Private sick notes
- Vaccination certificates
- Applications for the grant or renewal of a firearm and/or shotgun certificate – £50 charge
The fees charged are based on the British Medical Association (BMA) suggested scales and our reception staff will be happy to advise you about them along with appointment availability.