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It is the maternity exemption certificate that entitles you to free NHS prescriptions, not being pregnant or having given birth in the last 12 months. If you do not have a valid maternity exemption certificate, you may be liable for a penalty charge…

People with certain medical conditions can get free NHS prescriptions if they have a valid medical exemption certificate. Find out more about medical exemption certificates and how to apply for one.

Tax Credit payments made by HMRC ended on 5 April 2025 People receiving tax credits were moved to Universal Credit. After your tax credits were stopped, you must meet the Universal Credit conditions to be entitled to full help with health costs.…

If you are a pharmacy, you can process PPCs sold at your pharmacy in Manage Your Service (MYS).  This is for both: 3 or 12 month PPCs that cover all NHS prescriptions HRT PPCs that cover certain hormone replacement therapy medicines When you…

If you need a replacement for a lost or broken NHS denture, bridge or orthodontic appliance, your dental practice will charge you. The current charge is £98.00 per appliance. You will have to pay the NHS charge even if you normally qualify for…

Get your prescriptions electronically and save time and money for the NHS Electronic prescriptions service (EPS) EPS is replacing the need for most paper prescriptions, working towards a paper free NHS. You can send your prescription…

A PPC could save you money if you pay for your NHS prescriptions.  The certificate covers all your NHS prescriptions for a set price. You will save money if you need more than 3 items in 3 months, or 11 items in 12 months. The prescription charge…

Pharmacy contractors can find more information about RTEC, including how to register, on the Community Pharmacy England (CPE) website. RTEC lets your local pharmacy see if you need to pay for your NHS prescriptions. They will do this when you pick…

There are 3 standard charges for NHS dental treatment in England and Wales. Information on charges in Scotland is available at NHS Inform.  You will pay only one charge even if you need to go to the dentist more than once to complete a course of…

The PPC service we offer is for you, the customer. Your use of this service means you agree to the following terms and conditions. Definitions 'You' means the person named on the PPC. Legal identity The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA)…