Change of Surname

The PCT will advise the PPA when a GP has changed their surname by using the proforma - Notification of GP/Practice Amendments click here to print copy.

Tick the box - Change of Surname.

The Deletion column should be completed click here for instructions.

The Addition column should be completed with the following details:

• GP's new Name (the initials and the surname should be clearly printed)
  
• The effective start date.

The PCT must:

• Order personalised prescription pads from Astron in respect of the new GP name using the Astron ordering procedure
  
• Ensure that all unused FP10 prescription pads bearing the previous surname are collected and destroyed in a secure manner
  
• Ensure that the practice amend their software to ensure that no further prescriptions are issued bearing the GP's previous name.