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Also on recurring prescriptions, I dont want to stray into discussing medical issues here but there are a number of types of prescription that really dont require a 60 quid visit - things like anti inflammatories/painkillers for long term (or recurring) orthopediac issues for example. The only way to get this medicine is to spend the 60 quid.
My GP also charges for repeat visits for the same problem - so if the 'cure' doesnt work the first time you could spend a number of 60 quid visits trying to find something that does work.
During a summer holidays in France, i had to go to the local GP. Paid €20. She was mortified to charge me that "much" considering she knew i'll get nothing back. She was even willing to reduce that rate shall i have not been able to afford it. She was relieved and shocked when i explained that in Ireland, i would have had to pay €55 and get almost nothing back from private insurance/med1.
GPs are the one profession which rewards mistakes: why should i pay for second visit, though at reduced rate, if i have been misdiagnosed the first time?
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