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NHS prescription charges for PGDs or HMR 2012 exemptions
16 September 2024This article summarises the position regarding the levying of prescription charges for medicines supplied under a PGD or an exemption to the HMR 2012.
Patient Group Direction use in Primary Care Networks
24 July 2024Guidance on the legislation and governance required when considering the use of PGDs across a PCN
Governance principles for unlicensed medicines
17 July 2024Factors to consider when unlicensed medicines are used, ensuring good governance.
Using unlicensed medicines
27 June 2024The decision to use an unlicensed medicine is a shared responsibility and must meet the patient's special clinical need.
Authorising Independent Healthcare Provider (IHP) PGDs
15 April 2024Considerations are needed when NHS or local authorities commission services using PGDs from independent healthcare providers.
Delegating PGD authorisation by a Local Authority
8 April 2024It is not permitted for a Local Authority to delegate the authorisation of Patient Group Directions using a Section 75 partnership agreement.
PGD use in Hospital at Home services, including Virtual Wards
8 April 2024Considerations required before implementing Patient Group Direction (PGDs) in Hospital at Home, including virtual ward, services
Patient Group Directions in Complex Commissioning Scenarios
8 April 2024This guide supports planning, decision making and advises on governance processes when PGDs are used within commissioned services.
Managing Patient Group Directions following amendments or changes
8 April 2024There are requirements for all PGDs to be resigned or reauthorised after any amendment or change made during its valid to/from dates
Making unlicensed medicines
30 November 2023Medicines may be made without the need for a marketing authorisation in some circumstances