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What is non-NHS work and why is there a fee?
The National Health Service provides most health care to most people free of charge, but there are exceptions: prescription charges have existed since 1951 and there are a number of other services for which fees are charged. Sometimes the charge is because the service is not covered by the NHS, for example, providing copies of health records or producing medical reports for insurance companies, solicitors or employers, fitness to drive reports , HGV licence, and certain travel vaccinations.
The Government’s contract with GPs covers medical services to NHS patients but not non-NHS work. It is important to understand that GPs are not employed by the NHS; they are self-employed and they have to cover their costs – staff, buildings, heating, lighting, etc... in the same way as any small business.
Do I need to be a patient of Sydenham House Surgery to book a private medical?
No, you do not need to be a registered patient of our surgery to book one of our private medical services, which are available to non-registered patients as well as registered patients.
Private work fees
In order to ensure we minimise the amount of private appointments where patients do not attend, or work is undertaken and not paid for, our policy is that before a private appointment is made or private forms are completed, payment must be made in advance.
How to book our private medical services
To book a private medical appointment, and for a list of current fees, please contact the surgery on 01279 422525.
