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How do exemptions work with Hey Pharmacist?
How do exemptions work with Hey Pharmacist?

Current NHS exemptions and how to check if you're exempt from prescription charges

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Written by Ana
Updated over a year ago

If you are exempt from paying for your NHS prescriptions, you can use this exemption when placing an order through Hey Pharmacist

The current NHS exemption list

  • A - 60 years of age or over or under 16 years of age

  • B - 16, 17 or 18 and in full time education

  • D - Maternity exemption certificate

  • E - Medical exemption certificate

  • F - Prescription prepayment certificate

  • W - HRT only prescription prepayment certificate

  • G - Prescription exemption certificate issued by Ministry of Defense

  • L - HC2 (full help) certificate

  • H - Income support or Income-related Employment and Support Allowance

  • K - Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance

  • M - Tax Credit exemption certificate

  • S - Pension Credit Guarantee Credit (including partners)

  • U - Universal Credit and meets the criteria. Find out more by clicking here.

More information can also be found on the NHS website by clicking here.

How do I check if I'm exempt?

You can use the eligibility checker on the NHS website by clicking here

Adding an exemption to your Hey Pharmacist account

You can add the exemption by signing into your account and then clicking on settings>exemptions.

Pay for your prescriptions?

Vist this article for help with payment queries

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