LFD Tests Kits Ordering Details – Important Changes
Published: 23/12/21
We have had a message from our colleagues at the Pharmacy and Medicines Division at Scot Gov:
Just to note that there is some confusion regarding the email address that primary care contractors must use to order further stock of LFD kits. In the ‘Manager’s Brief’, the email address stated is:
nss.CovidTestingPortalCare@nhs.scot
However, in the SOP and FAQs, the email address is nss.PrimaryCareLFDOrderKits@nhs.scot.
Please note that the correct email address is the one found in the Manager’s Brief (below), not the SOP and the FAQs.
The scot Gov web team will update the SOP and FAQs (found here: Coronavirus (COVID-19): asymptomatic staff testing in NHS Scotland - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)), however, this may take some time.
In the meantime, just to note nss.CovidTestingPortalCare@nhs.scot is the correct email address,
As of the 13th June 2024, the NHS Inform advice on Covid-19 has been updated. This was informed by a review from Public Health Scotland and Scottish Government clinicians. Based on this review, it was recommended that the advice to self-isolate for five days following a positive Covid-19 test should be removed from guidance.
Circular PCA(P)(2021)08 set out arrangements for a pharmacy distribution service for members of the public to access lateral flow test kits. This circular notifies Health Boards and pharmacy contractors that arrangements for the service will end on Thursday 31 March 2022.
This Circular advises of a new ventilation enhancement allowance for community pharmacies in Scotland. Funding has been made available from the Scottish Government to be paid to community pharmacy contractors that meet the conditions of entitlement for the new allowance.
This circular sets out fees payable for participating community pharmacy contractors in the provision of antiviral treatments in COVID-19 positive non hospitalised patients.
Circular PCA (P)(2021)08 set out arrangements for a pharmacy distribution service for members of the public to access lateral flow test kits. Due to high demand for the service, stock levels of Orient Gene kits have been exhausted. Therefore, the UK Government is reintroducing Innova brand kits.
Just to note that there is some confusion regarding the email address that primary care contractors must use to order further stock of LFD kits. In the ‘Manager’s Brief’, the email address stated is:
There are a few key changes to LFD testing for pharmacy teams this week – detailed information is included in the links below, but we know how busy you are so to summarise
We have taken a great deal of your feedback over the last few days and understand that the current operation of the LFD collect service is unduly disrupting the delivery of your core services in some areas…
Following recent announcements around restrictions as a result of the spread of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, there has been some confusion over the self-isolation rules for health and social care workers.
Following on from this week’s videos from Harry and Matt, we can now confirm that each pharmacy is authorised to order 1 box of kits each day
With the announcement today from First Minister Nicola Sturgeon we are currently looking at several areas to ensure that the community pharmacy workforce can continue to provide their essential services.
Please be aware that further to the change in product used for the LFT Kit Supply to the public, detailed in PCA(P) (2021) 13
Circular PCA(P)(2021)08 set out arrangements for a pharmacy distribution service for members of the public to access lateral flow test kits.
The PECOS PPE supply team have advised that the mask supply for PPE is changing from 22nd November 2021 from the elasticated ear loop type 2R to the tie back version
I write to advise you that National Procurement are currently preparing plans to cover ordering and delivery of PPE orders for Primary Care contractors over the Christmas/New Year.
PCA(P)(2021)13 detailed from Monday 27th September 2021, community pharmacy contractors that participate in the Pharmacy Collect offer
From Monday 27th September 2021, community pharmacy contractors that participate in the Pharmacy Collect offer that provides the general public with access to regular LFD
The Primary Care PPE catalogue on PECOS are being updated. The item codes for small and medium glove sizes will be updated as per the table below.
The following letter notifies teams and managers of an update to the National Infection Prevention and Control Manual COVID-19 addenda on physical distancing in Health and Social Care.
We have been made aware that the guidance on self-isolation exemption for healthcare teams has now been updated and issued
Type DesNational Services Scotland (NSS) is introducing new Orient Gene 7s LFD kits for primary care workforce testing.
The Scottish Government released circular PCA(P)(2021)11 Community Pharmacy COVID-19 Test Kit Distribution Service clarifies the requirements for and the importance of reporting
Following the successful launch of the service, this circular will clarify the requirements for and the importance of reporting supply of kits to ensure proper remuneration for their distribution.
Message from the PECOS PPE Team: Future Delivery Schedule & Customer Support. Please check your generic mail box for the full update
We wanted to take this opportunity to provide an update for community pharmacy teams. This information is correct at the time of writing and will be updated as and when there are any further changes
We have been advised that there are a number of LFD Test Kits which are being claimed under the wrong UCF service.
There are currently a number of changes to how we work in community pharmacy, as COVID restrictions change and ease.
The next distribution by NSS of LFD tests for primary care workforce Covid-19 self-testing will commence on 16/08/21 and will be completed by 05/09/21.
When claiming for a supply of LFD test kits, we have a few top tips to share with you on how to best claim for the service.
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In Scotland, free COVID-19 tests are strictly available to vulnerable patients who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from coronavirus. Pharmacy teams can inform patients of this guidance to help manage expectations. COVID-19 tests are available to those who are eligible and can be ordered online via NHS Inform.