--- title: "MedicAlert — check charity number SC044510 | CharityCompare" description: "Is MedicAlert a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044510. the saving of lives charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/medicalert retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:48:01.585Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer MedicAlert is a registered charity (number SC044510) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £1,320,594 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about MedicAlert? Registered charity number SC044510 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,320,594 Website [www.medicalert.org.uk](http://www.medicalert.org.uk/) ## What does MedicAlert do? The objects for which the Company is established ('The Objects') are the relief of sickness including (without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing) by communicating personal and medical information on behalf of its members to medical and emergency professionals and by providing a means whereby its members may be identified as those to whom such information held by it relates for the benefit of the general public and to save and protect lives ## What causes is MedicAlert registered for? the saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for MedicAlert yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. MedicAlert is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=medicalert&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.medicalert.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is MedicAlert a legitimate charity? Yes. MedicAlert is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044510) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is MedicAlert's charity number? MedicAlert's charity number is SC044510. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044510? Search SC044510 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does MedicAlert do? The objects for which the Company is established ('The Objects') are the relief of sickness including (without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing) by communicating personal and medical information on behalf of its members to medical and emergency professionals and by providing a means whereby its members may be identified as those to whom such information held by it relates for the benefit of the general public and to save and protect lives Does MedicAlert have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for MedicAlert. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to MedicAlert? MedicAlert's website is http://www.medicalert.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC044510).