Dental implants and orthodontic treatment are also available, but only if there is a medical need for treatment. General practices receive points (which determine a portion of their remuneration) for keeping a record of illnesses for patients with certain diseases or conditions, including data on patient management and treatment. Maximum waiting times have been established for cancer treatment, elective treatments, and emergency treatment. NHS dental services are subject to copayments of up to £256.50 ($365.00) per treatment cycle.
A primary care physician may request tests or request that you first try certain treatment options, before referring you. If you paid for treatment before applying for the NHS low-income program, you may be able to request a refund. For drugs or treatments that have not been evaluated by the Institute, the NHS Constitution states that CCGs must make rational, evidence-based decisions. For other people, such as non-European visitors or undocumented immigrants, only treatment in an emergency department and for certain infectious diseases is free of charge.
However, you'll need to pay for certain types of services, such as prescription drugs, dental treatments, and eye tests. People who have traveled to the UK to live and work on a temporary work visa (youth mobility level 5, general level 2 or general level 1) are eligible for free medical treatment through the NHS.
