Ordering Prescriptions
Routine Prescriptions: 3 working days.
Urgent Prescriptions: Next working day (NOT same day) . Please ring and discuss with nurses (07 863 2112 ext 1) Extra cost applies.
Repeat prescriptions are only available for medications that are Long term medications previously issued by a GP at Waihi Family Doctors, or medications initiated by another specialist where there has been written handover to the GP.
Any repeat requests for antibiotics, prednisone or weight loss medications wil be required to see the GP.
Other medications will be at the disretion of the GP.
Prescriptions are automatically sent electronically (securely) to the pharmary of your choice.
Please note:
If this is this is the first prescription after a hospital discharge you may be required to see the GP to review any medication changes
New patients cannot be prescribed any medications until they have been seen by a GP at Waihi Family Doctors. Please ensure you have obtained a repeat prescription from your existing GP prior to enrolling, or book your first appointment in advance of running out of medications.
How to order a repeat prescription
Repeat Prescriptions (2 working days) can be ordered by
requesting through manage my health (need to be registered)
phoning the dedicated prescription line and leaving a detailed message (863 2112 ext 4)
emailing the Nurse at nurses@waihifamilydoctors.co.nz
If prescription is required urgently (1 working day) please phone and discuss with the nurses on 07 863 2112 ext 1. (extra cost applies)
Payment for the prescription can be made via internet payment
Waihi Family Doctors
03-1575-0411024-000
Particulars & Code = Full name
Ref: Rx
12 month prescriptions
Please see the College of GP website for information regarding extended prescribing.
Prescriptions extending beyond 3 months are only available during F2F consultations with your regular GP, and they can discuss whether this is appropriate for you.
Extended prescriptions will not be available to everyone. Because every person’s health is different the decision will depend on your individual situation; the medicines you take and how stable your condition is.
GPs will always put patient safety and clinical best practice at the forefront of any decision made about patients' health and wellbeing.
Pharmacists will continue to dispense medications in 1 - 3 monthly instalments or according to their dispensing guidelines, alongside medication supplies.
Opening Hours
Weekends : shared with local practices
Ph (07) 863 2112
Fax (07) 863 7728
Find us:
43 Kenny St
Waihi 3610
Mail:
Waihi 3641