NEW SYSTEM REQUESTING APPOINTMENTS

From Tuesday 1st April we will no longer be using Ask My GP. Instead we are changing to a system called Accurx which integrates with our existing clinical system. You can use this system via our website without having to request login details or via the NHS app.
You do not need to rush to add your request at 8am. The system is currently open for appointment requests from 8am to 6pm.
All requests will be triaged by a clinician and allocated a priority which will be either same day, or routine up to 2 weeks. An appointment will be booked according to the priority assigned.
The system will also be open 24hours a day for admin queries only, including repeat prescription requests.

Lindum Medical Practice

Sick certificates

Coronavirus isolation note

https://111.nhs.uk/isolation-note/

Normal Fit notes

You do not require a doctor’s sickness certificate for any illness lasting seven days or less. Your employer may however require you to complete a self-certification form (SC1 or 2) which is available from your employer or on the HMRC website.

Evidence that you are sick

If you are sick for more than seven days, your employer can ask you to give them some form of medical evidence to support payment of SSP (statutory sick pay).

It is up to your employer to decide whether you are incapable of work. A medical certificate, now called a ‘Statement of Fitness for Work’ (see below) from your doctor is strong evidence that you are sick and would normally be accepted, unless there is evidence to prove otherwise.

You could also provide evidence from someone who is not a medical practitioner, e.g. a dentist. Your employer will decide whether or not this evidence is acceptable. If your employer has any doubts, they may still ask for a medical certificate from your GP.  This may incur a charge.

Statement of Fitness for Work – ’Fit Note’

The ‘fit note’ was introduced on 6 April 2010. With your employer’s support, the note will help you return to work sooner by providing more information about the effects of your illness or injury.

For more information about ‘Fit notes’ visit the NHS website

Date published: 8th October, 2014
Date last updated: 7th April, 2020