Online access to your prescriptions
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How to obtain online access to your prescriptions
Online access to your medical record can allow you to book and change appointments, order prescriptions, review any test results and review your notes. This is easy to arrange, and we explain the benefits and how to do it under Online Access To Your Medical Record.
ONLINE REPEAT MEDICATION
Many patients are now ordering all their repeat medication online or using electronic repeat dispensing (explained in the next question). This saves patients significant time as well as improving the efficiency of GP practices.
OVERVIEW
Acute Medications
If you are requesting Acute Medications which has not been ordered for more than 6 months you need to speak to GP, Please call the Surgery on 01494 415 788 and arrange for an appointment.
From NHS Choices
- How to order repeat prescriptions online How to order repeat prescriptions online – NHS
- Electronic prescriptions Electronic prescriptions – NHS
Locally the two most commonly used of the many options covered in the NHS choices article are:
YOUR NHS ACCOUNT
From NHS choices
- Getting started with your NHS account
Includes “Find out who can have an NHS account to use the NHS App or NHS website to access certain NHS services – and how to set up your account, log in and prove who you are to get full access.” Getting started with the NHS App – NHS App help and support – NHS - How to get your medical records How to get your medical records – NHS
There is more information on your NHS account including many other functions beyond just online access to your prescriptions under Your NHS Account.
PATIENT ACCESS
From Patient Access
- Introducing the all-new Patient Access! Patient Access – book appointments and repeat prescriptions online via desktop and mobile | Patient
You can register or sign in:
“Patient Access connects you to local health services when you need them most. Book GP appointments, order repeat prescriptions and discover local health services for you or your family via your mobile or home computer.”
- Take control of your healthcare Patient Access – GP appointments & prescriptions online
SUPPORT IF YOU HAVE AN ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANT INFECTION
From Antibiotic Research UK
“We are the only charity with a dedicated Patient Support service for people with antibiotic-resistant infections.”
Patient Support Support for antibiotic-resistant infection patients | Antibiotic Research UK
HELP WITH HEALTH COSTS
There are a number of national helplines you can contact to find out more information on help with NHS prescription costs if you are not clear after reading the frequently asked question on “How can you reduce the cost of prescribed medication? “. These helplines can be found at the bottom of the page in the article from NHS choices:
From NHS choices
When you need to pay towards NHS care When you need to pay towards NHS care – NHS
Over the counter medication and other help from your pharmacist
For all patients: Doctors and nurses across the NHS have been asked not to prescribe medicines which are available over the counter directly from a pharmacist without a prescription. Under Pharmacy we explain what are the common over the counter medications your chemist can help you with and other support they offer.
Cressex Health Centre does not have an on-site pharmacy, however there are several pharmacies located nearby where patients can have their prescription dispensed. We have a prescription team, who are happy to help. For prescription queries please call reception and ask to speak with the prescriptions clerk who is available Monday to Fridays between 10am to 12pm.
Effective from 1st August 2020 – Changes to ordering of repeat prescriptions
Many patients have a ‘repeat prescription’ meaning that they can regularly receive certain medication without having to see their doctor each time. Some people order these repeat prescriptions themselves. Others choose to use a nominated pharmacy or dispensing company to order medicines on their behalf. Depending on how you request your medicines, the way that it works for you may change from 1 August 2018. For further information please click on the CCG – Clinical Commissioning Group links below.
Changes to repeat medication – Patient Letter
Changes to repeat medication – Information Leaflet
Repeat prescriptions
How can I request my repeat medication?
If you are a registered patient and need to take medication on a long term basis, you can order repeat medication by various means including completing a Repeat Prescription form (available from our reception desk) Online Access & via post/fax. All patients are encouraged to register for on-line access and use our repeat medication ordering service which is easily accessible, user friendly and convenient.
If you require medication that is not on your repeat medication list then you will need to discuss this with a GP first. The easiest way to do this is by arranging a telephone consultation.
How long does it take to process my repeat medication/hospital medication request?
Please allow 72 hours for us to process your repeat medication request. You must allow an extra day if you want your prescription to be forwarded direct to a pharmacy ready for collection.
Outpatient prescriptions from the hospital and acute medication requests can take up to 5 working days to process.
Why do I need regular medication reviews?
To ensure we provide you with the most effective care we will conduct a review of your medication at regular intervals. You may be required to attend an appointment with a clinician before a repeat prescription can be issued. In such instances, we will ensure there is no break in the continuity of your care.
How do I apply for online access?
Please register first, this only take a few minutes. To do this you’ll need to take two forms of identification (passport or driving licence and proof of address e.g. bill or bank statement) into your GP practice. Please complete the short online access form Click here or pick one up at reception. Please note you will need to be present with photo I.D before we can process your application. Once processed you will then be provided with a Web address and log in details unique to you.
GP online services allow you to access a range of services via your Patient Access on your computer, mobile or tablet. You can also use the NHS App or visit their website to login.
Online services offer you:
- the facility to book/view/amend appointments and order repeat prescriptions
- the provision of online access to coded information in medical record and prospective medical record
- the provision of online access to full digital medical record
- a facility to provide and update personal or contact information
- provision of an online consultation tool
You can still contact the practice by phone or in person; this is just another option which other patients have found is more convenient and saves them time. More information including “how to” leaflets and videos of patients and why they are using GP online services are available at GP Online
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Can my local pharmacy help me?
Your local pharmacists will be able to give you free health advice, and sometimes emergency medication at the pharmacist discretion – you don’t need an appointment. Many pharmacies operate extended hours on a rota basis.
PLEASE NOTE – We do not accept telephone requests for repeat medication.