If you know you'll have to pay for a lot of NHS prescriptions, it may be cheaper to buy a PPC – effectively a prescription "season ticket".
A PPC covers all of your NHS prescriptions, including NHS dental prescriptions, no matter how many items you need.
There are 2 PPC options to choose from:
a 3-month PPC costs £29.10 and will save you money if you need more than 3 prescribed items in 3 monthsa 12-month PPC costs £104.00 and will save you money if you need more than 11 prescribed items in a yearHow much can I save?If you need:
2 items each month – you can save £112 with a 12-month PPC
3 items each month – you can save £220 with a 12-month PPC
4 items each month – you can save £328 with a 12-month PPC
There are several payment options available. If you choose the 12-month PPC, you can pay for this by 10 monthly direct debit instalments.How to apply for a PPCCheck if you're entitled to free prescriptions before you apply for your PPC.It's quickest to buy your PPC online. The PPC will start from the day you submit your application, unless you request a different start date, but the start date must be within 1 month before or after the date of your application.If you prefer talking to someone, you can call the PPC order line on 0300 330 1341. Again, your certificate is valid from the day you make the phone call, unless you request otherwise.Ensure you have your bank details or credit or debit card details ready.You can receive a digital certificate if you provide an email address, or your certificate will arrive by post.Although the PPC is valid from the day of your application (unless otherwise requested), it may take a couple of days for you to receive your certificate in the post. If you pay prescription charges while waiting for it to arrive, you can get a refund as long as you get an NHS refund form (FP57) when you pay.Some pharmacies may be able to sell you a PPC. You won't be able to pay by direct debit if you buy one at a pharmacy.Either contact your local pharmacy or view the list of registered pharmacies on the NHS Business Services Authority (BSA) website to find out which ones sell PPCs.
nhs.uk/usi…pc/
If you know you'll have to pay for a lot of NHS prescriptions, it may be cheaper to buy a PPC – effectively a prescription "season ticket".
A PPC covers all of your NHS prescriptions, including NHS dental prescriptions, no matter how many items you need.
There are 2 PPC options to choose from:
a 3-month PPC costs £29.10 and will save you money if you need more than 3 prescribed items in 3 monthsa 12-month PPC costs £104.00 and will save you money if you need more than 11 prescribed items in a yearHow much can I save?If you need:
There are several payment options available. If you choose the 12-month PPC, you can pay for this by 10 monthly direct debit instalments.How to apply for a PPCCheck if you're entitled to free prescriptions before you apply for your PPC.It's quickest to buy your PPC online. The PPC will start from the day you submit your application, unless you request a different start date, but the start date must be within 1 month before or after the date of your application.If you prefer talking to someone, you can call the PPC order line on 0300 330 1341. Again, your certificate is valid from the day you make the phone call, unless you request otherwise.Ensure you have your bank details or credit or debit card details ready.You can receive a digital certificate if you provide an email address, or your certificate will arrive by post.Although the PPC is valid from the day of your application (unless otherwise requested), it may take a couple of days for you to receive your certificate in the post. If you pay prescription charges while waiting for it to arrive, you can get a refund as long as you get an NHS refund form (FP57) when you pay.Some pharmacies may be able to sell you a PPC. You won't be able to pay by direct debit if you buy one at a pharmacy.Either contact your local pharmacy or view the list of registered pharmacies on the NHS Business Services Authority (BSA) website to find out which ones sell PPCs.
Check this too for free prescriptions: nhs.uk/usi…ts/