Yes. Through something called ‘NHS 111 First’.
If you have an urgent, but not life-threatening health problem, you can now contact NHS 111 First to find out if you need to go to A&E.
NHS 111 can book you an appointment at your local A&E. This means you will have an allocated time to attend hospital and be treated, so you don’t have to wait a long time to be seen.
Your NHS 111 advisor can also make you a direct appointment with a GP, Pharmacist or Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC). They may also be able to give you the advice you need without using another service.
Why not try it out next time you or your family need our help.
MyHSN has more information on should I go to A&E and the best time to go to A&E.