Receta Electrónica: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the digital prescription system works in Spain, including how to access your medication and what you might need to pay.
The Receta Electrónica is a digital prescription system that allows your doctor to send your medication orders directly to a computer system instead of using paper.
Who it's for
This system is available to patients who have been issued prescriptions for either chronic conditions or acute illnesses.
What you get
You receive a digital prescription that can be accessed at any pharmacy. This removes the need to carry physical paper slips to get your medicine.
What it costs you
While the digital system itself is part of the health service, you may have to pay a co-payment for your medication. The amount you pay depends on your individual income level.
The catch to know
To access your digital prescription at the pharmacy, you must have your health card ready to be scanned by the pharmacist.
How to apply
- Visit your doctor for a consultation.
- Receive your prescription via the digital system.
- Take your health card to your local pharmacy.
- Present your card to the pharmacist to collect your medicine.