It is tempting to refuse to sign part 2 cremation forms; but maybe we
should take the time to do the job thoroughly and charge appropriately.
Time to complete form: 5 mins
Time spent talking to grieving relative: 45 mins
Time spent examining notes: 20 mins
time spent talking to patients GP: 10 min
Time spent talking to nurse/others: 10 min
Time examing naked body and questioning undertaker: 15 mins
Travelling time :15 mins
Total time 2 hours at your own rate (don't want to be accused of forming
a cartel),
considering the need to give a rapid response and the inconvience
caused, I feel a figure between £140 and £300 would be reasonable.
Nick
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