CQC adds clinical record reviews to some focused GP assessments

Enhanced Returning to Good and Outstanding assessments now include clinical searches and record reviews by a GP adviser or CQC pharmacist, and two more quality statements: medicines optimisation and evidence-based care.

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CQC adds clinical record reviews to some focused GP assessments

Published 30 July 2026 · CQC, regulation & governance

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In brief Enhanced Returning to Good and Outstanding assessments now include clinical searches and record reviews by a GP adviser or CQC pharmacist, and two more quality statements: medicines optimisation and evidence-based care.

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