ICBs must use data and patient feedback to improve GP access, says Healthwatch
Healthwatch wants ICBs to use data and patient views to improve GP access.
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Next year’s GP contract to be decided through consultation again, Government tells BMA
The government will consult on the 2027/28 contract rather than negotiate it with the BMA.
What can GPs expect from the 2027/28 contract?
With talks back on, a look at what the profession wants from next year's contract.
Revamped GP reimbursement scheme covers sessions by partners, BMA confirms
Partners working extra sessions as locums can be claimed under the revamped reimbursement scheme.
NHSE hints at ‘potential contractual action’ around same-day urgent GP access target
NHS England hints at contractual action over the 90% same-day urgent access target.
COVID-19 vaccination claims in CQRS: check indicators monthly
Three automated and six manual payment indicators. Review both each month before declaring. Use manual indicators only for third doses, doses within 90 days, or INT.
Amendments to the GMS SFE – practice level GP reimbursement scheme and QOF improvement thresholds
SFE amendment: GP locums can be claimed under the practice-level reimbursement scheme from 1 October 2026, plus QOF improvement thresholds.
GP reimbursement scheme rules relaxed to include locums
The £292m GP reimbursement scheme can now be used for locums.
COVID-19 vaccination claims in CQRS
COVID-19 vaccination claims in CQRS: three automated and six manual payment indicators.
Coding appointments for clinically urgent patients
Guidance on coding appointments for patients identified as clinically urgent.