Free dental treatment

Tucker710
Tucker710 Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener
in Benefits and income

Hi, I hope this is in the correct section.. I get enhanced PIP and Motobility, I also get EESA support ( I think thats what it is because i never got a letter telling me exactly what it is, but I get £290 a fortnight). I am just wondering if I should be getting free dental treatment and even free prescriptions, I currently still pay for both…. I am just wondering if I am entitled to them….

Thanks in advance.

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  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 7,930 Championing

    Neither PIP or New Style ESA entitle you to free dental treatment.

    You can try an application to the NHS Low Income Scheme, which might award you free or discounted help with health costs.

    https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-low-income-scheme

  • Tucker710
    Tucker710 Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener

    Thank you for the reply, what do they take into account when awarding you free or discounted help?

  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 7,930 Championing
    edited December 12

    Please read the sections:

    Who can apply

    How applications are assessed

    On the link given.

  • Tucker710
    Tucker710 Online Community Member Posts: 6 Listener

    Sorry, didnt ntice the link..

  • Wibbles
    Wibbles Online Community Member Posts: 3,094 Championing
    edited December 16

    @Tucker710In the UK, certain individuals are entitled to free prescriptions, while others must pay a fee. The eligibility criteria for free prescriptions include:

    Entitled to Free Prescriptions in England:

    • People aged 60 or over (regardless of income)
    • Registered with a GP registered in Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland (who are eligible for free prescriptions there)
    • People with certain medical conditions (e.g., specific chronic illnesses or disabilities)
    • Pregnant women or women who have given birth in the previous 12 months
    • Members of certain NHS schemes or groups, such as:
      • People receiving specific benefits (e.g., Income Support, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance, income-related Employment and Support Allowance, Pension Credit Guarantee Credit, or Universal Credit)
      • People with a valid NHS tax exemption certificate (Med3 or HC2 certificate)
      • Prisoners in hospital or detention
    • People under 16 years old (or under 18 and in full-time education)
    • Some community health service patients and specific exemptions

    Additional Notes:

    • In Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, prescriptions are generally free for most residents, regardless of age or income.
    • In England, prescription charges apply unless the individual qualifies for exemption.

    How to Confirm Eligibility:

    • Check the NHS website or ask your pharmacist or GP.
    • You can apply for an NHS tax exemption certificate if eligible, which allows free prescriptions.

    If you're unsure about your eligibility, it's best to consult your local NHS authority or visit the NHS website for the most current information.

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