| When death occurs at home
As soon as possible inform the Doctor that the at home death has taken place.
The Doctor may write out the Medical Certificate of Death on visiting the house, but is more likely to request you to attend the surgery to collect the Certificate.
It is usual to obtain the Doctor's certificate during surgery hours without waiting, providing you take steps to inform the Doctor of your requirements.
When death occurs in a hospital
When death takes place in a hospital the routine is very similar to when death occurs in a home, except you should apply to the hospital for the Medical Certificate of Death and NOT your family Doctor. |
