NHS Eye Tests
We provide NHS-funded eye tests for those who qualify under the NHS rules.
Your eye test will be provided at no charge if you are
The NHS does not fund an OCT scan, but we strongly recommend that this is performed as well as a retinal photograph. This provides a permanent and visual record of the health of your eyes and also aids early diagnosis of certain conditions. We will carry out these tests together for a fee of £39.
Subtle changes due to blood pressure or diabetes can be seen much more easily using an OCT / retinal photograph rather than just by shining a light into your eyes. This will be at a reduced cost for children.
Your eye test will be provided at no charge if you are
- Under 16 years of age, or under 19 and in full time education
- Aged 60 or over
- Registered as sight impaired or severely sight impaired
- Diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
- Aged 40 and over and have an immediate relative who has been diagnosed with glaucoma
- Considered to be at risk of glaucoma by an ophthalmologist
- Eligible for NHS complex lens voucher
- Receive income support, or income based job seekers allowance
- Receive pension credit, income based employment and support allowance, or universal credit
- Are entitled too, or named on a valid NHS exemption certificate or a valid NHS certificate for full help with health costs
- Prisoners on leave from prison
The NHS does not fund an OCT scan, but we strongly recommend that this is performed as well as a retinal photograph. This provides a permanent and visual record of the health of your eyes and also aids early diagnosis of certain conditions. We will carry out these tests together for a fee of £39.
Subtle changes due to blood pressure or diabetes can be seen much more easily using an OCT / retinal photograph rather than just by shining a light into your eyes. This will be at a reduced cost for children.
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Houghton White Optometrists
68 High Street | Ewell | Surrey KT17 1RL Tel: 020 8393 7711 Fax: 020 8394 1113 Email: info@houghtonwhite.co.uk |
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