Electronic MED3 Doctor’s Statement

The eMED3 form, designed in conjunction with the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP), can be completed during a normal GP consultation from the MED3 Structured Data Area (SDA) in Consultation Manager.

The MED3 form includes all the information currently held on the handwritten MED3 form.

England Only

In England, eMED3 data is collected and sent electronically to the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) at regular intervals, see Electronic MED3 (eMED3) Extract - England for details.

Note - The completion of the eMED3 SDA within Consultation Manager must comply to current Social Security (Medical Evidence) Regulations. A DWP guide to the current regulations can be downloaded from www.dwp.gov.uk/healthcare-professional/guidance.
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