NHS Digital & PCI DSS Compliant

Secure payments for NHS and private healthcare

Patients pay securely over the phone for appointments, prescriptions, and treatments. Reception staff never hear or see card data. Fully compliant with NHS Digital standards and PCI DSS Level 1.

100%

NHS compatible

24/7

Payment availability

Zero

Card data exposure

Level 1

PCI certified

Healthcare payment processing challenges

Healthcare providers face unique payment processing challenges including dual compliance requirements, patient data sensitivity, and the need for flexible payment options across diverse care delivery models.

Patient payment friction

Patients expect quick, easy payments but healthcare reception staff lack secure tools. Asking patients to read card numbers aloud in waiting areas compromises both security and dignity.

NHS Digital and PCI compliance

Healthcare providers must meet both NHS Digital data standards and PCI DSS requirements simultaneously — a dual compliance burden that generic payment tools cannot address.

Sensitive patient data

Healthcare environments handle extremely sensitive data. Card details combined with patient records create a high-value target for attackers and a severe liability for providers.

Phone payments for appointments

Many patients prefer to pay by phone, especially elderly or less mobile patients. Without secure phone payment tools, staff must handle card data manually — a compliance failure.

How Paytia solves healthcare payment challenges

DTMF masking technology

Proprietary technology replaces keypad tones in real time. Reception staff never hear or see card data — patients pay with complete privacy.

NHS Digital compatible

Designed to meet NHS Digital data handling standards alongside PCI DSS. One solution that satisfies both regulatory frameworks.

24/7 payment availability

Patients can pay outside surgery hours via IVR self-service. Reduces missed payments and frees up reception staff during busy periods.

Zero card data exposure

Card data never enters your healthcare environment. No storage, no processing, no transmission of sensitive payment information through your systems.

Simple staff experience

Browser-based portal requires no specialist training. Reception staff see payment progress on screen without accessing any card details.

Multi-gateway support

Process through your existing payment gateway — Stripe, Worldpay, Barclaycard, and more. No need to switch providers.

Insurance copay collection

Streamline copayment collection at point of service, manage deductibles, and reconcile insurance payments with patient responsibilities.

Point-of-service collection

Collect copayments securely during phone-based appointment booking or check-in. Staff never hear or see card data while processing payments.

Deductible management

Track patient deductibles and collect outstanding amounts over the phone. Flexible payment plans for high-deductible health plans.

Payment reconciliation

Automatic reconciliation of patient payments with insurance EOBs and claims data. Reduce billing errors and speed up revenue cycle.

Healthcare payment use cases

From GP surgeries to private hospitals, Paytia covers every telephone payment scenario in healthcare.

Appointment fees

Patients pay for private consultations, follow-ups, and specialist referrals securely over the phone.

Prescription charges

Collect prescription prepayment certificates and individual prescription charges by phone.

Treatment payments

Dental treatments, physio sessions, and elective procedures paid for before or after the appointment.

Payment plans

Spread the cost of treatments with secure recurring payments set up during a single phone call.

Benefits for healthcare providers

NHS Digital compatible payment processing
Flexible patient payment plans
Secure telehealth billing
24/7 IVR self-service payments
PCI DSS Level 1 certified security
Improved patient satisfaction
Reduced billing complexity
Comprehensive reporting and analytics

Compliance and certifications

PCI DSS Level 1

The highest level of PCI certification. Paytia is audited annually by a Qualified Security Assessor.

NHS Digital

Meets NHS Digital data handling and security standards for healthcare payment processing.

GDPR

Full compliance with UK and EU data protection regulations. Patient payment data handled with strict privacy controls.

Cyber Essentials Plus

UK government-backed certification for cyber security best practices and vulnerability protection.

Frequently asked questions

Is Paytia compatible with NHS systems?+

Yes. Paytia is designed to meet NHS Digital data handling standards alongside PCI DSS Level 1 compliance. The browser-based portal works alongside existing practice management and patient record systems.

Can patients pay outside surgery hours?+

Yes. Paytia's IVR self-service option lets patients pay 24/7 without staff involvement. This reduces missed payments and frees up reception during busy periods.

How do reception staff use the system?+

Staff access a simple browser-based portal from any computer. They enter the payment amount, the patient keys in their card details on their phone keypad, and the payment completes — staff never see or hear any card data.

Does it work with our existing payment gateway?+

Paytia supports all major payment gateways including Stripe, Worldpay, Barclaycard, and many more. There is no need to switch providers.

How does this protect patient data?+

Card data never enters your healthcare environment — not through your phones, computers, or network. This means there is no card data to steal, significantly reducing your data breach risk.

Ready to transform your healthcare payment processing?

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