22(1)In any case where an NHS trust provides goods or services for the benefit of an individual and—
(a)those goods or services are not provided pursuant to an NHS contract; and
(b)the condition of the individual is such that he needs those goods or services and, having regard to his condition, it is not practicable before providing them to enter into an NHS contract for their provision, and
(c)the provision of those goods or services is a function of a Health Board or is within the primary functions of a District Health Authority within the meaning of the National Health Service Act 1977,
the trust shall be remunerated by that Board or Authority in respect of the provision of the goods or services in question.
(2)The rate of any remuneration payable by virtue of sub-paragraph (1) shall be calculated in such manner or on such basis as may be determined by the Secretary of State.