Repeat Prescriptions

Your medication will be given to you with a printed copy of your repeat prescriptions. To request repeat medication you may…..

• Post/deliver your ‘repeat slip’ to the surgery (pre-paid envelopes can be provided) – please ask at reception or dispensary.
• Website: www.marketcrosssurgery.co.uk – please ask at reception for access details to enable the use of the on-line services.
• Telephone the surgery (option 1) between 12:30 – 14:30 (answerphone - the phone is checked regularly).

Due to the current Coronavirus situation, it is taking us longer to process prescription orders.  We therefore, ask that you give us up to 5 days notice, between ordering and collecting your medications. 

Please remember to order your repeat medication before you run out.

If you need medicines in an emergency please telephone NHS 111.

Bank Holiday Closure 

The next Bank Holiday closure will be on Monday 31st August 2020

 Please ensure that you have enough of your regular medication/s to cover this period by ordering in good time to allow collection prior to the above closure.

 Dispensary

Medication prescribed to all our rural patients is dispensed by our practice dispensary. Patients living in the towns of Bourne or Grantham are required to take their prescriptions to a chemist.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse at least once a year to review these regular medications and notification should appear on your repeat slip. 

Please do not order repeat medication if your review date has expired.

Please ensure that you book an appropriate appointment to avoid unnecessary delays to further prescriptions. 

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): £9.35 (from 1st April 2020)
• 3-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £30.25
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £108.10

If you 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

We aim to supply your repeat medication within 72 hours of your request (3 working days - this excludes weekends and Bank Holidays).

At peak times of demand e.g. around bank holidays, this may not be possible.  Any problems, please telephone the surgery.

WE NOW OFFER A HOME MEDICATION DELIVERY SERVICE FOR OUR DISPENSING PATIENTS LIVING IN SOME AREAS

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS SERVICE PLEASE ASK FOR AN INFORMATION LETTER, MAP AND CONSENT FORM FROM OUR DISPENSARY TEAM

WE HOPE TO EXTEND THIS SERVICE TO OTHER AREAS IN THE FUTURE

IF YOU WOULD BE INTERESTED IN USING THIS SERVICE PLEASE LET OUR DISPENSARY TEAM KNOW

WE HOPE YOU FIND THIS SERVICE BENEFICIAL

THANK YOU

A Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC) could save you money on NHS prescription charges.  Further information about this is available from our Dispensary team or via www.nhs.uk/healthcosts

You can purchase a Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC) using a credit or debit card via www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc or call 0300 330 1341