Draft framework supports new contract monitoring
A draft framework to support contractors, primary care trusts and strategic health authorities in monitoring implementation of the new
community pharmacy contract in England has been developed by the NHS Primary Care Contracting team.
The framework describes the aims and intended outcomes of each of the
essential services, as well as of the medicines use review and prescription
intervention services. It also lists examples of the evidence assessors
might look for from the contractor, from national or local resources
and during the assessment visit. In addition, the framework features
a self-assessment form for contractors to assess their own implementation
of the contract. The form has been developed by the Company Chemists’ Association,
the National Pharmacy Association, the Co-operative Chemists Group and
the Pharmaceutical Services Negotiating Committee.
Resources for PCTs are also incorporated into the framework. They include
a list of the top 10 tips for those visiting pharmacies to assess implementation
of the contract and a checklist to assess how PCTs are maximising the
contribution of community pharmacy in meeting the aims of the NHS Improvement
Plan and the “Choosing health” White Paper.
Primary Care Contracting says that the framework is in draft form and
will be developed further as more information becomes available. The
framework is accessible online from the Primary Care Contracting website |
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