Services Database Minor Eye Condition (Rochdale Area)
Service ID
60908
Description
Service description
The pharmacy will dispense medication directly to a patient who presents with a signed
order on the agreed form written by a registered optometrist.
Aims and intended service outcomes
- To improve access and choice for people with minor eye conditions who are
seeking advice and treatment via the community optometry minor eye conditions
service by:
Supplying appropriate medicines at NHS expense. - To improve health-inequalities for low income families equal access to medicines
for self-care of minor eye conditions.
Location of service
Greater Manchester LPC
Commissioner
Local Authority (LA)
Method of commissioning
Local Authority contract
Source of funding
Local Authority (LA)
Service type
Eye care
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
Not known.
Comments
This service is available in the Rochdale area only.