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Laser Eye Surgery on NHS?
My dad, who's 71, needs emergency laser treatment on his eyes. His treatment is on this coming Tuesday. He's having it done on the NHS but will he be charged for it?, he's in no position to afford anything. I'm wondering do they let you know beforehand or after the surgery?... he doesn't want any nasty surprises. Bare in mind that no Dr has mentioned anything about costs or anything so far.
Any information you can give will be greatly appreciated...
-thanks
Antoni.
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- Anonymous8 years agoFavorite Answer
Provided you are habitually resident in the UK then all treatment on the NHS is free. If you aren't habitually resident then the position is complicated. Emergencies are treated but can be charged for.
Note that habitually resident doesn't mean a UK citizen although if you are a UK citizen and live in the UK you would be habitually resident. Its a complicated rule covering pages. Truthfully a lot of the time people should be charged the hospitals don't bother to check and dont' charge.
