A guide to GP Services
The guide provides helpful information on all aspects of using GP services: from finding and choosing a practice and how to get the most out of a GP consultation to accessing health records and understanding patients’ rights and responsibilities.
Information on registering with a GP
https://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/AboutNHSservices/doctors/Pages/NHSGPs.aspx#register
Patient choice of GP practice (ability to register out of area)
https://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/AboutNHSservices/doctors/Pages/patient-choice-GP-practices.aspx
Finding a GP Practice
https://www.nhs.uk/Service-Search/GP/LocationSearch/4
Information for visitors from abroad about using the NHS
Checklist of what to ask the GP
https://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/AboutNHSservices/doctors/Pages/questions-to-ask-the-doctor.aspx
GP Online Services
https://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/AboutNHSservices/doctors/Pages/gp-online-services.aspx
PPGs
It’s Your Practice: A patient guide to GP services has been compiled by The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP). The RCGP is a membership body of family doctors committed to delivering excellence in general practice and patient care, in the UK and overseas.
https://www.napp.org.uk/patients.html
GPs charges for ‘fit notes’ (sick notes)
There is never a charge from a doctor for providing a fit note if you’re off sick from work for more than seven days.
For sickness of seven days or less, your GP practice may charge you to provide a private medical certificate.
Why GPs sometimes charge fees
https://www.bma.org.uk/advice/employment/fees/why-gps-charge-fees
What happens when you are referred by your GP to see a specialist?
This leaflet describes what you can expect to happen when your GP refers you to see a specialist or consultant, at a hospital or a community health centre.