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From 1 September 2021, the temporary signature suspension has been lifted. Patients, or their representatives, will again be required to sign the reverse of NHS prescription, dental and eye care forms, or tokens for prescriptions presented at the…

From 1 September 2021, the temporary signature suspension has been lifted. Patients, or their representatives, will again be required to sign the reverse of NHS prescription, dental and eye care forms, or tokens for prescriptions presented at the…

We produce electronic payment schedule data called 'electronic FP34 data'. Contractors can use this instead of receiving a paper copy. This is not a like-for-like replacement of the paper version. You'll need to develop your own IT solution to…

ICBs are responsible for setting a prescribing budget against each GP practice within their organisation. Annual prescribing budgets Following the completion of March’s prescribing data, NHS Prescription Services will send an annual prescribing…

The Dental Exemption Checking Service has identified a number of patients aged 60 and over who are incorrectly claiming free NHS dental treatment. This is due to confusion around benefits entitlement, specifically Pension Credit. This currently only…

Since changes to partial retirement were announced earlier this year, we’ve been working hard to make sure our processes, tools, and guidance are updated to support members and employers. As part of this work, the Government Actuary’s Department (…

If you have used an unofficial website to apply for a UK European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), you can complete a quick online survey to help us gather information. Why we process your information The NHS…

In England, most working-age adults have to pay for their prescriptions. Certain groups are entitled to free NHS prescriptions. Use our eligibility checker to see if you are entitled to free NHS prescriptions and other help with health costs. The…

You're entitled to a free NHS sight test if you: are aged 60 or over are registered blind or partially sighted have been diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma are aged 40 or over and have a close relative (parent, sibling or child) with a…

A message from Chris Dawson, Head of Service, NHS Pensions:  We understand that the current situation around COVID-19 continues to cause significant concern and uncertainty. I wanted to reassure you that at NHS Pensions we have taken, and continue…