I have had a problem with two referrals from my GP to a consultant which have 'mysteriously disappeared'.
I have an appointment with my GP in a week - do i have a right to ask for a print out of the referral from the computer there and then.....will the GP do that, and will i have to pay for it?
Thank You
2007-02-22 01:04:05 · 4 answers · asked by Hayley 3 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Hayley, email the surgery and ask for a copy of the referral letters to be ready for your appointment with the GP next week. It will depend if the referrals are private or NHS as to whether there will be a charge. At our surgery we do not charge for either.
2007-02-22 03:37:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As for the charge: some will and some won't. I suggest that you ask the doctor to print off a copy of the letter, and then post it yourself special delivery so know when the recipient has it in hand.
2007-02-22 11:34:36 · answer #2 · answered by Mrs B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you have a right to ask for a copy, but the doctors can charge for this. if it is to the consultant have you got the consultants fax number? if you can get that the doctor can fax the letter to him/her and it won't cost you a thing. sometimes the doctors will ask you to put the request for a copy in writing so maybe have this ready when you go.
2007-02-22 09:16:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure they will copy for free,but I would call and find out.Either way you need the referrals.
2007-02-22 09:13:19 · answer #4 · answered by honeypot0214 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋