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Can I go into any GP?

  • 14-07-2013 2:55am
    #1
    kaji
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 646 ✭✭✭


    I've moved away from home and want to know if I can walk in off the street to any GP and just start going to them or do you have to switch from your old one? I have VHI, if that makes any difference?


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  • #2
    darragh o meara
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,237 ✭✭✭darragh o meara


    kaji wrote: »
    I've moved away from home and want to know if I can walk in off the street to any GP and just start going to them or do you have to switch from your old one? I have VHI, if that makes any difference?

    I've never had a problem doing it. They'll probably ring you old doctor for your past records. VHI shouldn't be a problem but maybe a quick call to confirm it might not be a bad idea.


  • #3
    nesf
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 27,644 ✭✭✭✭nesf


    Switching GP is only awkward when you're on a medical card. Otherwise it's just a case of ringing up, asking if they're accepting new patients, giving them the information they need if they are and going in for your first appointment.


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