Are you eligible for a consultation?

In order to access medical cannabis treatment in the UK, a patient must be deemed eligible for a consultation by their prescribing clinic. Before completing a full assessment, Curaleaf Dispensaries have provided some standard criteria to determine how likely you are to be eligible:

1. You must have tried two traditional forms of treatment for your condition
2. You must not be pregnant
3. You must not have a history of schizophrenia or psychosis
4. You must be able to either provide or give access to your summary care record (SCR) from your GP
5. You must be aware that you are paying for your appointments and prescriptions

If you meet all of this standard criteria, it is highly likely you will be eligible, however you must still complete a full referral to confi­rm this.

Understanding the costs

In the UK, regulations stipulate that medical cannabis treatment is currently not covered by the NHS and therefore patients must pay for treatment at a private clinic. It is important that patients understand the costs associated with referring to a private clinic and how Curaleaf Dispensaries can help with reducing some of that cost.

• Initial Appointment – £50
• First Follow-Up Consultation – £0
• Repeat Prescription Fee – £0
• Quarterly Check-Up – £50

From year two and beyond, some patients will move to two appointments per year, reducing the cost of clinic fees over time.

The cost of your private prescriptions dispensed from Curaleaf Dispensaries vary and will be dependent on your condition and individual circumstances. Speak to your local pharmacy if you have any questions about the cost of treatment.

Refer to a medical cannabis clinic and claim your exclusive Curaleaf Dispensaries discount.

Step 1

To access an initial appointment with one of our medical cannabis clinics, refer using the link below, search for Dears Pharmacy and select your local pharmacy you wish to have your treatment dispensed from.

Step 2

Your application will be reviewed using the information gathered, including your summary care record (SCR). A decision will be made at this stage whether you are eligible for an initial consultation.

Step 3

If you are eligible for an initial consultation, you will be invited to book your appointment. This is when you will pay your reduced appointment fee.

Step 4

From the comfort of your own home, you will speak to a specialist clinician via Zoom. They will assess your needs and your suitability for medical cannabis. Your care will be reviewed by their multi-disciplinary team (MDT) of expert consultants for approval.

Step 5

If you are considered eligible for treatment, the clinic will issue a private prescription for medical cannabis to be dispensed via our pharmacy. You will be expected to pay for your prescription at this stage.

Availability

Select your preferred pharmacy to visit their page and enquire about this service or just pop in when it suits you.