Singelberg Clinic

The S2 (or E112) form entitles you to treatment in the state-funded sector in another EEA country and Switzerland. Treatment will be provided under the same conditions of care and payment as residents of that country. This could mean you have to pay a percentage of the costs upfront.

How to apply for an S2 (or E112)

You will need to apply to your local health commissioner for their written agreement to recommend funding for treatment. In making this decision, your local commissioner will need to be satisfied that:

• A UK NHS consultant has recommended in writing that you be treated in the other EU country, and that a full clinical assessment has been carried out to demonstrate that the treatment will meet your specific needs.
• The costs of sending you abroad for treatment are justified against the health commissioner’s responsibilities for spending money efficiently and fairly, in the interest of all the patients they look after.
• The treatment is available under the other country’s state health scheme.
• You are entitled to treatment under the NHS.

If your commissioner agrees that you should go abroad for treatment, the appropriate paperwork should be passed to the Overseas Healthcare Team in Newcastle. They will consider the issue of the S2 (or E112) form. If issued, you will need to take this form with you to the other member state where you are going for treatment. For more information phone 0191 218 1999.

See also : Medical and Surgical Planned treatment abroad