Is there anything I need to do if I see patients from my home?

Registering your services

As a private GP, the services you offer are classed as a regulated activity.

If you are solely seeing patients from your home, you will need to be classed as the ‘regulated manager’ for your private GP service.

If you are working under practicing privileges at another site but occasionally seeing patients from your home, you will need to register your home as a location for the delivery of services.  

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Speak to an accountant

If you are thinking of practicing from your home, you may be entitled to some tax relief in respect of heating, lighting and other business expenses.  

You will need to speak with your accountant to understand what tax relief is available to you and any other tax considerations including any business rates you need to pay.  

You may also need to engage with your accountant to help you with your self-assessments as a self-employed individual.  

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Speak to a solicitor

You may need to speak to your solicitor to check there are no restrictions on the use of your property for business purposes.

In some instances, you may need a change of permission from your local council before you can begin practicing. It is also likely that your mortgage provider will need to be notified.

Get the right insurance

You will need to ensure you have the correct insurance in place, both in terms of professional insurance, indemnity cover and any changes you need to make to your home or contents insurance.

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Set up your home practice

You will need to ensure that you have the equipment and facilities in place to fully offer the services you are advertising from your home.  

You will also need to follow health and safety guidelines to make sure your home is fit for purpose from a clinical perspective.

You will also need to register your services with the CQC and follow their guidelines in line with their inspections.