About Charging fees The NHS provides most health care free of charge. However there are a number of other services for which fees can be charged. These are mainly for services not covered by the NHS, such as medical reports for insurance companies.Doctors are involved in a whole range of non-medical work, largely on the basis that they occupy a position of trust within the community, and are in the position to verify the accuracy of information. If a GP signs a certificate or completes a report, it is a professional duty that s(he) checks the accuracy of such information. This may involve examining the patient's entire medical record. What certificates do I have to pay for? There are a number of certificates which GPs are obliged to provide free of charge. These include certain certificates supporting claims by patients for social security benefits. If a patient is off work for seven days or less the GP does not have to provide a sick note. A patient can be refused a note or charged for a private one for illnesses of seven days or less. Fees For Medical Reports, Letters Current fees are non-negotiable but may be more than that advertised depending on a case by case basis. The final fees will be proportionate to the level of work required to complete. Please speak to receptionist to confirm. Pre-payment is required for the task to be completed.
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