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1 year 1 month ago #294349 by Mistee
Free prescriptions when changing over to UC. was created by Mistee
Hi,
I'm currently on old style ESA and PIP, and I can currently claim free prescriptions.
I've heard and read conflicting things about if that's the same when I get migrated to UC. Also. Does anyone know what happend about prescriptions when you're in the middle of changing?
I'm on medication for my mental health and I have to get my weekly supply in two packs (3 and 4) as I'm not allowed a weekly supply (self harm and suicide attempts in the past) and I thought I'd ask this question, when I thought of it as I might forget when I do migrate and it's one less thing to worry about.
Thank you for your help!
I'm currently on old style ESA and PIP, and I can currently claim free prescriptions.
I've heard and read conflicting things about if that's the same when I get migrated to UC. Also. Does anyone know what happend about prescriptions when you're in the middle of changing?
I'm on medication for my mental health and I have to get my weekly supply in two packs (3 and 4) as I'm not allowed a weekly supply (self harm and suicide attempts in the past) and I thought I'd ask this question, when I thought of it as I might forget when I do migrate and it's one less thing to worry about.
Thank you for your help!
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1 year 1 month ago #294400 by David
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Replied by David on topic Free prescriptions when changing over to UC.
Hi Mistee,
The rules on free prescriptions are made by the NHS and are as follows regarding Universal Credit....
"While you're waiting on your Universal Credit decision -
Until your first assessment period is complete, Universal Credit doesn't entitle you to help with NHS costs.
If you need to pay for any NHS charges, for example, prescriptions or dental treatment, make sure you get a receipt and ask how you can claim a refund.
If you pay for a prescription, ask for a refund receipt called an FP57 when you pay - you can't get one later."
The NHS provide an online Help with Health Costs checker ( link below )
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check-if-youre-eligible-help
David
The rules on free prescriptions are made by the NHS and are as follows regarding Universal Credit....
"While you're waiting on your Universal Credit decision -
Until your first assessment period is complete, Universal Credit doesn't entitle you to help with NHS costs.
If you need to pay for any NHS charges, for example, prescriptions or dental treatment, make sure you get a receipt and ask how you can claim a refund.
If you pay for a prescription, ask for a refund receipt called an FP57 when you pay - you can't get one later."
The NHS provide an online Help with Health Costs checker ( link below )
www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check-if-youre-eligible-help
David
Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems
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