Covid19

Please note that during this time we will not be accepting paper requests for medications at the surgery

You can use the online service, email direct to us at wakccg.orchardcroft@nhs.net or if you have no access to the internet, please ring the surgery and one of our prescription clerks will deal with your request.

Repeat Prescriptions

Patients on long-term medication can order repeat prescriptions in a number of ways:

• By Hand – drop your repeat slip in at reception with the required items clearly marked.
• By Post – send it to us with a stamped addressed envelope if you want us to post it back to you.
• Online – follow the link at the top of this page and carry out a simple registration.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see either a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse at least once a year to review these regular medications.

Please allow two full working days between requesting and collecting your medication.

Practice Repeat Prescription Ordering Policy

The practice no longer accepts repeat prescription requests from pharmacies on behalf of patients. We are aware that the online pharmacy, ‘Pharmacy 2U’ is currently mailing Wakefield residents advising of the services that they can provide. Please note that our policy also applies to Pharmacy 2U and therefore if you choose to nominate Pharmacy 2U to dispense your medicines, you will still need to order your own prescription from the surgery.

All pharmacies are still able to collect your repeat prescription from the surgery once it has been processed and deliver your medicines to you if they offer these services.

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HOW TO REGISTER FOR ONLINE SERVICES

To use SystmOnline, you will need to come into the practice so that you can be given a user name and password. You cannot register for this service online or by phone because your identity needs to be verified. When you come into the practice, you should bring photo ID, such as a passport or driver's licence and also proof of address such as a utility bill, bank statement etc

Prescriptions Charges and Exemptions

Extensive exemption and remission arrangements protect those likely to have difficulty in paying charges (NHS prescription and dental charges, optical and hospital travel costs).

The NHS prescription charge is a flat-rate amount which successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can afford to pay for their medicines.  Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need extensive medication.

Electronic Prescription Service

From January 14 2015 Orchard Croft Medical Centre will be offering electronic prescriptions. 

Further information for patients is available here .

Covid19

Please note that during this time we will not be accepting paper requests for medications at the surgery

You can use the online service, email direct to us at wakccg.orchardcroft@nhs.net or if you have no access to the internet, please ring the surgery and one of our prescription clerks will deal with your request.

Please allow 48 hours, excluding weekends and Bank Holidays, for your request to be processed. Any problems please telephone the surgery.

Practice Repeat Prescription Ordering Policy

The practice no longer accepts repeat prescription requests from pharmacies on behalf of patients. 

All pharmacies are still able to collect your repeat prescription from the surgery once it has been processed and deliver your medicines to you if they offer these services.