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Charges for NHS prescriptions, wigs and fabric supports
03 March 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the increase in NHS prescription charges, pre-payment certificates, and wigs and fabric supports fees in England.
Action Requested
The National Health Service (Charges for Drugs and Appliances) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 will be laid before Parliament to implement these increases from April 1, 2020. The charges are increased in line with inflation.
Key Facts
- Prescription charge per medicine or appliance dispensed increased by 15 pence to £9.15.
- 3-month prescription pre-payment certificate cost increased by 55p to £29.65.
- 12-month prescription pre-payment certificate cost increased by £1.90 to £105.90.
- Surgical brassiere charge increased to £30.05.
- Abdominal or spinal support charge increased to £45.35.
- Stock modacrylic wig charge increased to £74.15.
- Partial human hair wig charge increased to £196.40.
- Full bespoke human hair wig charge increased to £287.20.
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