Services Database Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) Pharmacy Administrative Service
Service ID
151956
Description
The aims of the service are 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; and
- to improve health-inequalities for low income families equal access to medicines for self-care of minor eye conditions.
The pharmacy (or pharmacist/suitably trained pharmacy staff) will dispense medication directly to a patient who presents with a signed order on the agreed form written by an Ophthalmic Optometrist.
Location of service
Walsall LPC
Commissioner
Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)
Method of commissioning
Source of funding
Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)
Service type
Eye care
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
Not known.
