What is Remote Areas Allowance?
This allowance is designed to reward dentists who carry out general dental services in remote areas.
How do I claim for Remote Areas Allowance?
You can download the GP215 claim form or request it from your local
NHS Board.
For full details on the qualifying criteria, see below:
| Form |
Paid |
Payment Duration |
Maximum payment |
| GP215 |
Annually |
Not applicable |
£9000.00 per year |
Criteria:
1) Name on a dental list;
2) dentist provides General Dental Services in an area that has less than 0.5 persons
per hectare; and
3) payment is abated based on the proportion which NHS earnings bore to total earnings. |
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