These charges apply in England only. In northern Ireland Scotland and Wales, prescriptions are free of charge.
The NHS prescription charge is a flat rate amount which successive governments have thought reasonable to charge for those who can afford to pay for their medicines.
prescription charges per item:
- 1 item £9.35
- 2 item £18.30
- 3 item £27.45
- 4 item £36.60
The prescription charge is a contribution to the NHS. It is not a payment to the practice and it bears no relation to the cost of the item prescribed.
Earls Barton Surgery accept both cash and card payments.