QOF Obesity (OB004)

QOF Obesity (OB004)

We are still getting lots of queries about coding for the new obesity indicators – the codes below are the only codes to apply to OB004:               Patient must be 18 years +, their latest BMI ≥30 (or ≥27.5 BAME) (ethnicity...
**NEW** QOF Foundations 2026/27

**NEW** QOF Foundations 2026/27

The 2026/27 QOF changes aren’t just about understanding new indicators – they’re about building the foundations that underpin successful QOF delivery and achievement. You need to ensure the right patients are identified, coded correctly, included on the...
MNP/SNP Provider Models – Consultation

MNP/SNP Provider Models – Consultation

To support neighbourhood delivery models, the 10 Year Health Plan committed to developing new contracts based on population size. This consultation is aimed at ICBs, general practice, PCNs, community and other providers, local authorities and patient representatives....
AF Advisor – Emis Web

AF Advisor – Emis Web

Managing patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) can be complex, especially when it comes to prescribing anticoagulants. With evolving guidance and the risk of dosing errors reported to be as great as 25% in some studies, getting it right every time can be challenging,...
RSV – expansion of eligibility

RSV – expansion of eligibility

From 1 September 2026, the eligibility criteria will be expanded further to include adults aged 65 to 74 years in certain clinical at risk groups as advised by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI): chronic respiratory disease – further...
Appointment Mapping (GPAD)

Appointment Mapping (GPAD)

When was the last time you checked your appointment mapping? Reportedly, alignment with the national categories has drifted since 2021 and there appears to be wide variation with high volumes of inconsistent mapping. Ensuring appointments are recorded accurately,...
Green Social Prescribing Guidance

Green Social Prescribing Guidance

New guidance has been released outlining how organisations can work with Social Prescribing Link Workers to receive safe and effective referrals for projects involving supporting peoples health & wellbeing through nature i.e. gardening programmes, walking schemes,...
CQC Fit

CQC Fit

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RSV – expansion of eligibility

2-dose Men B vaccination

A 2-dose MenB vaccine is to be offered to young people ahead of the autumn as part of a one-off vaccination programme in England. This is to protect all year 13 pupils, and those under 25 starting university or residential further education for the first time this...