2007-02-05 00:29:48 · 10 answers · asked by jo 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
Go here and all will be explained.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/prod_consum_dg/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&ssDocName=DG_4000514
Some people pay some people don't. If you can't afford it,or your job could have an adverse effect on your vision, then it's only right that you should be given help towards these costs, similarly if you can afford it then you should be happy to pay to help relieve some of the stress on our already over stretched National Health Service.
2007-02-05 00:51:41 · answer #1 · answered by warrobcol 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Opticians arnt charities and need to make money and thats why they have to charge someone for the eye test!
If you work with a computer for a portion of your day (cant remember what it is though) your firm will pay for you to have an eye test. The government will in certain cases (unemployment, being young, a medical need etc..), similarly with dentists.
Otherwise, put your hand in your pocket, choose a lady optician and spend half an hour with a lady peering closely into your eyes.
2007-02-05 00:49:17 · answer #2 · answered by whycantigetagoodnickname 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think they are also free if your eyes are quite bad. i've been getting free eye tests for years and my eyes are -12.75.
I usually get the joke about the white stick and the dog as well. I'm not sure at what number you stop paying though, sorry.
Hope this helps a bit. If unsure, give the opticians a ring to see if you are allowed a free test.
Shop around as well as places like boots now do them.
Good luck to you and take care of your eyes.
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2007-02-05 00:43:30 · answer #3 · answered by mojorainbow1 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are entitled to a free NHS sight test if you are:
Under 16, or under 19 and in full time education
Aged 60 or over (from age 60-70 it is one test every 24 months and over 70 it is one test every 12 months)
Registered blind or partially sighted
Diagnosed as having diabetes or glaucoma
40 or over with a first degree relative with glaucoma, or you have been advised by an ophthalmologist that you are at risk of glaucoma
Prescribed a complex lens
You are also entitled to a free NHS sight test if you (or your partner) are receiving the following benefits or credits:
Income Support or Income Based Job Seekers Allowance (not contribution based)
Working Tax Credit and are named on a Tax Credit NHS Exemption Certificate Child Tax Credit and are named on a Tax Credit NHS Exemption Certificate
You are named on a NHS certificate for full help with health costs (HC2) People named on a NHS certificate for partial help with health costs (HC3) might also get help.
You will be asked to show proof of your entitlement to free NHS sight test
The above applies to England (and Wales I think). Free eye tests have been available in Scotland since last April.
2007-02-05 00:49:43 · answer #4 · answered by Curiouslad 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yep - I'm afraid so! the government cover it up to the age of 18 I think (maybe younger?) but after that you're on your own!
the good news is that if you work with a computer the company has to pay it for you though! so if you do, keep the receipt and take it into work to get your money back!
2007-02-05 00:33:32 · answer #5 · answered by board-stupid 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, you have to pay, but you can be exempt from this charge if you are on benefits, are over 65, or your employer pays if you work at a computer etc.....otherwise, it's quite a big charge for what used to be free, what a shame!
2007-02-05 00:35:01 · answer #6 · answered by HC123 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The situation changed last year and eye tests are free to everyone in the uk! i know as i had mine rechecked only last week.
why the thumbs down? perhaps people want to check before giving thumbs
i will happily stand corrected if folk in englandshire dont get free.. seems us Scots are ahead of the game huh?
2007-02-05 00:35:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
Tartenbeastie is right, the eye test is free.
Dr Badger your an idiot!
2007-02-05 00:41:36 · answer #8 · answered by Captain Eyewash 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
yes, you have to pay, unless you are a child or pensioner.
2007-02-05 01:04:09 · answer #9 · answered by mike-from-spain 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems you answered your own question.
2007-02-05 00:44:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋