NHS prescriptions cost £9.35 per item but there are a number of situations in which a person can get free prescriptions. Those of certain ages and claimants of benefits such as Universal Credit can get subsidized healthcare.
Universal Credit claimants may qualify for a range of healthcare support on top of prescription costs.
A claimant will qualify if, on the date they claim help with health costs, they receive Universal Credit and either had no earnings or had net earnings of £435 or less in their last Universal Credit assessment period or, they receive Universal Credit, which includes an element for a child, or they (or their partner) had limited capability for work (LCW) or limited capability for work and work-related activity (LCWRA), and they either had no earnings or net earnings of £935 or less in their last Universal Credit assessment period.
When claiming healthcare support, recipients should present a copy of their Universal Credit award notice to prove their entitlement.
Universal Credit itself is a payment awarded to those who need help with their living costs.
Monthly standard allowances are based on the claimants age and relationship status and they range between £344 and £596.58 per month.
Claims for Universal Credit are made online through the Government’s website.
Before applying, claimants will need to have certain information at the ready such as their bank details, income information and outgoing costs.
Full details on Universal Credit rules can be found on the Government’s website and impartial guidance can be sought through the likes of Citizens Advice and Money Helper.
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