Mosslands Medical Practice: appointments, hours, Accurx, prescriptions and two-site help
Mosslands Medical Practice is an NHS GP practice with Irlam Medical Centre and Longfield Lodge Surgery. This guide helps patients choose the correct site, request GP help through Accurx, order repeat medicine, check test results, register, use NHS App or Patient Access, find pharmacies, and avoid the wrong route when the practice is closed.
Use this number for: appointment help if you cannot use Accurx, urgent same-day queries, branch-location questions, prescription issues, test-result questions, sick-note help, registration support, access needs, home/housebound concerns, or if you are unsure whether to use GP, pharmacy, NHS 111 or 999.
Irlam Medical Centre
MacDonald Road
Irlam
Manchester
M44 5LH
Longfield Lodge Surgery
Liverpool Road
Cadishead
Manchester
M44 5DX
Always check which site your appointment is at. Do not travel only using “Mosslands Medical Practice” as the map search.
Decision hub: GP, Accurx, NHS App, pharmacy, NHS 111 or 999?
Choose the route that completes the task with the least delay.
Call 999 now
Heart attack signs, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, sudden confusion, heavy bleeding, severe injuries, seizure not stopping, sudden rapid swelling of lips/mouth/throat/tongue, suicide attempt, overdose or not responding.
Use urgent GP form
Registered patients can use the urgent form. A GP triages answers; if urgent appointment is appropriate, the practice aims to respond by 12 noon. Keep phone and email available.
Use routine health form
For non-emergency symptoms, explain what is wrong, how long it has been happening, self-help tried, pharmacy attendance and what help you want.
Use NHS App / Patient Access
Use for repeat prescriptions, some appointment management, health record, test results, vaccination record, pharmacy nomination and prescription tracking where enabled.
Use pharmacy first
Pharmacists can help with coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble, aches and pains, and medicine questions. Many pharmacies open late or weekends.
Use NHS 111
When closed, urgent and not life-threatening. NHS 111 online is for people aged 5 and over; call 111 for a child under 5.
Irlam Medical Centre or Longfield Lodge: check the site first
Mosslands Medical Practice publishes two site addresses. Your appointment, reception access and opening time can depend on which site you are using.
| Site | Address | Best use | Map |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irlam Medical Centre | MacDonald Road, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5LH | Main NHS/CQC-listed location and fuller weekday hours. | Directions |
| Longfield Lodge Surgery | Liverpool Road, Cadishead, Manchester, M44 5DX | Branch site with shorter weekday sessions. Check before travelling. | Directions |
Opening hours: Irlam full weekday access, Longfield shorter sessions
These are the official contact-page hours visible during this check. Always re-check the official page because bank holidays, staff training and local notices can change access.
| Day | Irlam Medical Centre | Longfield Lodge Surgery | Patient tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8am–6:30pm | 8:30am–12:30pm | Use Irlam for fuller weekday access. |
| Tuesday | 8am–6:30pm | 7:30am–2pm | Longfield opens early but closes earlier. |
| Wednesday | 8am–6:30pm | 8:30am–12:30pm | Check training-closure news before afternoon visits. |
| Thursday | 8am–6:30pm | 7:30am–midday | Longfield has a short morning session. |
| Friday | 8am–6:30pm | 8:30am–12:30pm | Order prescriptions before weekend pressure. |
| Saturday | Closed | Closed | Use NHS 111 if urgent and not life-threatening. |
| Sunday | Closed | Closed | Call 999 for emergencies. |
Appointments: micro-step guide for Mosslands patients
Appointment requests are triaged in the same way whether submitted online, by phone or through reception support. Give useful details once, clearly.
Use 999 for emergency symptoms. Do not wait for a GP form response.
Use the urgent form for same-day urgent problems. Use the standard health-problem form for routine symptoms.
Write symptoms, duration, self-help tried, whether you attended pharmacy, your concerns and how quickly you think it should be dealt with.
The form may offer online message, telephone, face-to-face appointment or video consultation. Say if any option is difficult.
The practice says reception can complete the form on your behalf, and a carer/family member can also complete it for you.
Use NHS 111, phone the practice, get urgent medical help, or call 999 depending on severity.
Hello, my name is [name]. Date of birth: [date]. I am registered with Mosslands Medical Practice. I need help with [one clear problem]. It started [when]. It is [getting worse/not improving]. I have tried [self-care/medicine/pharmacy]. I am worried because [reason]. Is this best for the urgent form, routine form, pharmacist, nurse, GP, NHS 111 or 999?
Accurx and online request forms: what to write
The practice uses online forms for appointment, prescription, sick note, test result and admin requests. The homepage also notes Accurx/NHS App integration changes, so use the official link shown on the current practice website.
| Task | Use this route | What to include |
|---|---|---|
| Urgent health problem | Urgent health form | Symptoms, duration, red flags absent/checked, callback availability and whether same-day help is needed. |
| Routine health problem | Health problem form | Problem, how long, self-help, pharmacy attendance, concerns and preferred contact type. |
| Repeat prescription | Repeat prescription form | Medicine item, strength, quantity, nominated pharmacy and any additional comments. |
| Fit note | Sick note service | First date off work, total days or ongoing, illness details and why the note is needed. |
| Test result question | Test result route | Test type, date, who requested it and what question you need answered. |
| Non-urgent admin | Managing health online | Clear task, patient details, deadline, document/form if relevant, and preferred response route. |
Repeat prescriptions: NHS account, Patient Access or Accurx
The official prescriptions page says repeat requests are not taken over the phone or by email. Use the official online route and allow time before collection.
NHS account / NHS App
Use this to see repeat medicines and dosage, choose items, and nominate a pharmacy.
Patient Access
Use the GP online system if you already have Patient Access login details.
Accurx route
The homepage says prescription requests use the Accurx link under Prescriptions and select “I have an admin or routine care request.”
Collection timing
The practice says prescriptions can usually be collected 3 working days after ordering.
| Prescription issue | What it means | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Routine repeat | Medicine appears on repeat list. | Order through NHS App/NHS account, Patient Access or Accurx. |
| No phone or email request | The practice does not accept routine repeat requests by phone/email. | Use the online/form route. Ask reception for help if digital access is difficult. |
| Medicine missing from list | May need review, may be acute item, or not authorised as repeat. | Use additional comments or contact the prescription/Accurx route. |
| Pharmacy not right | Your nominated pharmacy may be wrong or outdated. | Change it in app/website, via Accurx, or at any pharmacy accepting repeat prescriptions. |
| Pharmacy says not ready | It may still be processing or stock may be delayed. | Check 3 working days from order, then contact pharmacy/practice if urgent. |
| Old medicines | Do not bin or flush medicine. | Return old medicines to the pharmacy you got them from or bring them to surgery. |
Local pharmacies listed by the practice
The prescription page lists nearby pharmacies. Opening times can change, so check before travelling.
| Pharmacy | Address | Listed hours | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irlam Pharmacy | Macdonald Health Centre, MacDonald Road, Irlam, M44 5LH | 9am–6:30pm | 0161 775 2168 |
| Well Pharmacy | 512 Liverpool Road, Irlam, M44 6AJ | 9am–6pm | 0161 775 3871 |
| Tesco In-Store Pharmacy | Fairhills Road, Irlam, M44 6BL | 9am–9pm | 0345 677 9381 |
| Cadishead Pharmacy | 178 Liverpool Road, Cadishead, M44 5DD | 9am–5:30pm | 0161 775 3563 |
| Higher Irlam Pharmacy | 90 Liverpool Road, Irlam, M44 6FN | 9am–6pm | 0161 775 2193 |
| Davey Chemist | 14a Warburton Lane, Partington, M31 4WJ | 8:30am–6pm | 0161 777 8537 |
Test results: how to check and what happens next
The official test-results page says the practice will contact you if results show you need more tests or treatment. After a doctor reviews results, patients can view them online, by phone, through Patient Access, or by text where consent and suitability apply.
If hospital/clinic ordered it, contact that service first because they should explain their own test.
Results may be visible after a doctor has reviewed them.
Use 0161 776 0737 for Irlam or Longfield Lodge result questions.
If you want to talk about a result, fill out the test-results request form and someone will be in touch.
Hello, I am asking about a test result. My name is [name], date of birth [date]. The test was [blood/urine/x-ray/other] on [date]. It was requested by [GP/hospital/clinic]. Can you tell me whether it has been reviewed and what the next step is?
Sick notes / fit notes: 7-day rule
The practice’s sick-note page says if you have been off work for more than 7 days, fill out a sick note request form. If you are off work for 7 days or less, your employer should not ask for medical evidence and can ask you to self-certify.
| Situation | Best route | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Off sick 7 days or less | Self-certification. | Exact dates and employer requirement. |
| Off sick more than 7 days | Sick note request form. | First date off work, total days/ongoing, illness and reason note is needed. |
| Requesting for someone else | Form asks for representative details where applicable. | Make sure consent/proxy details are appropriate. |
| Hospital care | Ask hospital team first. | Private or hospital clinicians may provide fit notes while managing care. |
| Urgent medical symptoms | Use appointment/urgent route, not fit-note admin route. | Do not hide worsening symptoms in a paperwork request. |
Register with Mosslands Medical Practice
The homepage and NHS profile show the practice is accepting new patients. The practice registration page says patients can fill out a new-patient registration form online or visit reception from 10am to 6pm to collect a paper form.
Main NHS/CQC location is Irlam Medical Centre; the practice also lists Longfield Lodge Surgery.
If paper is easier, the practice says reception forms are available from 10am to 6pm.
The practice says it is helpful to have your NHS number. NHS has a “Find your NHS number” service.
The practice says there is no need to phone just to ask for named GP information.
Before switching GP, keep a medicine list and order enough supply so you do not run out during record transfer.
NHS App, Patient Access and online services
The practice says online services can help with appointments, sick notes, test results and admin requests through website forms. NHS account or Patient Access can help with repeat prescriptions, results, record access, appointment checks/cancellations and vaccination records.
| Tool | Use it for | Setup note |
|---|---|---|
| Website / Accurx forms | Request appointment, sick note, test result discussion or admin contact. | You do not need an account to use the website forms. |
| NHS account / NHS App | Repeat prescriptions, health record, test results, vaccination record, pharmacy nomination, appointments where enabled. | Set up NHS login first. |
| Patient Access | Online services such as prescriptions, records and appointment checks where enabled. | Practice says to upload or visit with photo ID so identity can be confirmed, then they give username/password. |
| Text messages | Appointment times and some result communication where consented/applicable. | Keep phone number and email updated. |
Building access, parking and visit planning
The official contact page lists disabled WC, step-free access, wheelchair access and car parking.
Step-free and wheelchair access
Disabled WC, step-free access and wheelchair access are listed. Call ahead if access is essential.
Parking
Car parking is listed. Allow extra time at busy appointment times and near local shops/roads.
Check site first
Irlam and Longfield Lodge have different hours. Check the appointment message and exact postcode.
Need support?
Tell reception if you need hearing support, interpreter help, carer notes, wheelchair access or extra time.
Hello, I have an appointment/request with Mosslands Medical Practice. I need help with [wheelchair access / disabled toilet / parking / interpreter / carer support / communication support]. Can this be added to my appointment notes before I attend?
CQC rating: Overall Good
CQC lists The Mosslands Medical Practice as Overall Good, with Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led all rated Good. The latest inspection was 26 June 2020, report published 20 July 2020, and CQC reviewed information on 6 July 2023 without finding evidence to reassess the rating at that stage.
| CQC item | Official detail | Patient meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | Good. | Care quality is rated as performing well and meeting expectations. |
| Safe | Good. | Safety systems rated Good. |
| Effective | Good. | Effective care rated Good. |
| Caring | Good. | Caring approach rated Good. |
| Responsive | Good. | Access/responsiveness rated Good. |
| Well-led | Good. | Leadership/governance rated Good. |
| Registered manager | Dr Heather Claire Craigie. | CQC lists this registered manager. |
Map, directions and site checklist
Use the map for planning only. Confirm which site your appointment is at before leaving.
Irlam Medical Centre checklist
MacDonald Road, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5LH. Bring appointment message, medicines, samples/forms if requested, glasses/hearing aids and access notes.
Longfield Lodge checklist
Liverpool Road, Cadishead, Manchester, M44 5DX. Check shorter hours before travelling and send the exact postcode to a driver/carer.
If attending for prescription
Check request was approved, which pharmacy it went to, and whether 3 working days have passed.
If late or unsure
Call 0161 776 0737 as soon as possible. Some appointments may need rebooking if missed.
Feedback and complaints: what to include
The practice says it welcomes comments and aims to use feedback for service improvements. Formal complaints should be made as soon as possible, ideally within a few days, and the normal complaint period is 12 months from the event or from when the event came to your notice.
I am raising this because I could not complete [appointment / prescription / result / registration / access need] on [date]. I tried [online form / phone / reception]. The issue was [short facts]. The impact was [medicine delay / missed care / confusion / access problem]. Please confirm the correct route and how this can be resolved.
When Mosslands Medical Practice is closed
The official contact page says to use NHS 111 online or call 111 if you need medical help when the practice is closed, and to call 999 in a medical or mental health emergency.
| Problem | Use this | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Life-threatening emergency | 999 | Chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, severe bleeding, not responding. |
| Urgent but not life-threatening | NHS 111 online or call 111 | Too unwell to wait, unsure what service to use, closed GP route. |
| Child under 5 needing urgent help | Call 111 | Official contact page says NHS 111 online is for people aged 5 and over. |
| Medicine issue | Pharmacy / NHS 111 if urgent | Emergency supply, stock problem, side-effect advice. |
| Routine admin | Wait for online/practice route | Fit notes, routine results, registration, non-urgent forms. |
Official action links used
Use these after reading the practical steps above. Each link is placed here so readers understand the task before clicking.
Official Mosslands Medical Practice website · Contact, hours and access · Appointments · Health problem form · Urgent health form · Prescriptions · Repeat prescription form · Test results · Sick notes · Register with surgery · Online services · NHS profile · CQC profile