Can your GP be in a different area?
Some GP surgeries offer more services than others. When you’ve chosen a GP surgery, ask if they’re accepting registrations from people outside of the area and ask for a registration form. The surgery will decide if they can accept you as a regular patient or accept you without home visits.
Can I choose which GP I see?
You can: choose which GP practice you register with. ask to see a particular doctor or nurse at the GP practice.
Can I stay with the same GP if I move?
Your existing GP might still be willing to continue treating and visiting you at your new address. A GP can continue to treat you if you move out of their catchment area, but they will have to assure the Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) that they are willing to do so.
Can you register with a GP without proof of address?
Legally, you do not need any documents to register with a GP. In practice, some GP practices may ask for: Your NHS card. Proof of address (usually 1 or 2 bills with your name on it) in order to prove that you live in the area.
Can I register with a GP without proof of address?
Can I have 2 doctors?
Many people see more than one doctor or health professional. Your primary care doctor, such as your internist or family doctor, may refer you to another doctor for a problem. You may see a specialist for another health concern. You may need a surgeon.
What to do if you can’t get a doctors appt?
Here are four tips for what to do if you can’t get an appointment with your doctor:
- Convey urgency and be thorough on the phone.
- Get a referral or see a different doctor.
- Go to urgent care or a walk-in clinic.
- See a telehealth provider.
What to do if you can’t get an appointment with your GP?
If you can’t get an appointment with your GP by phone, you might get a quicker response by submitting your query online. Most GP practices offer a website or app where you can request appointments, submit questions, or order prescriptions.
What proof of address can I use for GP?
Proof of address must be recent (last 2 months) and may constitute a Bank Statement; Utility Bill or Tenancy Agreement. Drivers Licence is not acceptable as a recent proof of address. Other proofs of address may be acceptable and you are advised to ask at the Reception Desk. If you have been Registered with a G.P.
Can you go to a doctor you’re not registered with?
If you are not registered with a GP you can still use out of hours services and attend GP surgeries which accept ‘walk-in’ patients.
Why is it so difficult to get a doctors appointment UK 2021?
The pandemic has put extra strain on many things, including doctor’s surgeries, which means you may have waited longer than normal to see your doctor or found it difficult to get a face-to-face appointment.