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We had this issue when nurse led walk in centres were set up over 20 years ago. criticisms of nurses supplying medicines on PGDs. now it's business as usual. The Clinical Pharmacy programme there were criticisms of the work to embed pharmacists in General.practice, yet the forward thinking practices saw this as organisation change worth investing in. At NHSE was was significant transformational support for GP federations and Practices. Both examples above was to provide more capacity in primary care. The conversation with General practice is what support do you need from Community Pharmacy? What services could community pharmacy manage for you ? Both Community Pharmacy and General Practice are under pressure and the focus should be on collaboration, education and putting the patient first. Pharmacy first has just started and all participating Community Pharmacies should be praised. The way Community Pharmacy is being shaped needs the same transformational support. Community pharmacy stood up during Covid and the sector is standing up now.

🔎 Catch up on 'Lean LAAC - Practical Considerations For Referring Physicians' on demand. Watch now 👉 https://ow.ly/ggtj50Tcont Explore 5 detailed cases to enhance your referral process! #CardioEd #LAAC #LeanLAAC #EPeeps #LAACPeeps

Encouraging update from Kaufman Hall in the just-released February 2024 #Hospital Flash Report -- margins for hospitals (in general) are positive, especially buoyed by improving labor expenses. While prescription drugs and supply expenses are up, January 2024 financials for U.S. hospitals look healthier relative to the past couple of years. See the bar chart for the up-tick. Kaufman Hall also reports that there may be a shift toward value-based payments which could be reflected in hospitals' net revenue not rising as fast a gross revenue -- a data point we'll keep watching to see if #ValueBasedCare is growing in 2024. cc Erik Swanson thx for the update! American Hospital Association MGMA HFMA HLTH HIMSS #hospitals #hospitalmanagement #healthcosts #hospitalfinances #VIVE2024 #HIMSS2024 https://lnkd.in/ebvJWdi7

Sizwe Hosmed’s financial woes: what led to the plunge in reserves? Healthcare brokers have been urged to avoid “any drastic actions” that could harm Sizwe Hosmed Medical Fund and its members, following the announcement that the open medical scheme has been placed under statutory management. Find out where did the reserves go in the full article: https://buff.ly/4c7d0Ms Share your thoughts in the comment section! #CMS #CouncilforMedicalSchemes #SizweHosmedMedicalFund #statutorymanagement #curatorship #solvencyratio #CMS2022IndustryReport #JoeSeoloane #medicalschemes #MedicalSchemesAct

🗳️ BMA rejects 1.9% contract offer ahead of GP vote The British Medical Association's General Practitioners' Committee has taken a firm stand against the Government's initial 1.9% contract offer, signaling a potential crisis in the GP workforce. As GPs navigate the overwhelming demands of patient care, likened to a "macabre circus act," the need for a fair contract is more pressing than ever. Will the BMA's negotiation team secure a deal that reflects the value and needs of sessional GPs? Stay informed on the latest developments in GP contract negotiations. 👨⚕️👩⚕️ If you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in the future of general practice, this video provides essential insights into the ongoing contract discussions. Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE for more updates on this critical issue. 🔔 Turn on notifications to never miss an update. 💬 Join the conversation in the comments and let us know your thoughts on the GP contract offer. 📧 Sign up for the NASGP email digest for more in-depth analysis: [Insert link] #GPContract #BMA #NHS #GeneralPractice #HealthcareNegotiations #SupportOurGPs

How is Pharmacy First performing so far? We're three weeks in. 🎯 Before launch 63% of pharmacists said they have had no training - GPs are pointing out they're seeing high numbers of patients being referred back to general practice via Pharmacy First 🎯 We know nearly 400 pharmacies closed last year and that only 4% of pharmacists felt Pharmacy First could be delivered within their current workload - at my (excellent) local pharmacy there are really long waits for just a prescription following closures in my area 🎯 Polling would indicate patients support the scheme but in terms of execution the public health message is surely hard to land when we're talking seven specific conditions, all with their own T&Cs attached (we look at earache but only if you're between 1 and 17, UTIs only women 16-64...) and especially hard if even government ministers don't understand the small print Is the staffing and funding in place for this to work? Will it really save up to 10m GP appointments a year? Early polling by NPA - National Pharmacy Association reads as a pretty positive start overall https://lnkd.in/e_NnYEhc The Pharmacy Show Best Practice Show Agnes Jacobs Alice Mallalieu #generalpractice #communitypharmacy #pharmacy #pharmacyfirst #doctors #generalpractitioner #pharmacist #

Did you know. Before they became healthcare Goliaths, PBMs started in the 60s with the noble aim of making medications more affordable. 🕰️ Yet, today, they're at the heart of a system driving independents out of business and pushing up prices. Share if you miss the personal touch of your local pharmacy. #IndependentPharmacy #HealthcareHeritage.

Big thanks to Dr. Zhang Hao Tian from 1 Medical Group for taking the time to educate our group of self-employed individuals on Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and Advanced Medical Directives (AMD). His insightful talk at our ERA office was beneficial and much appreciated by Hexa Group. LPAs and AMDs are crucial legal documents that help individuals maintain control over their affairs, especially during times when they may not be able to make decisions for themselves due to illness or incapacity. LPAs allow individuals to appoint trusted individuals to make important decisions on their behalf, such as managing finances or making healthcare choices, if they become unable to do so themselves. AMDs, on the other hand, outline a person's preferences for medical treatment and end-of-life care. It ensures that their wishes regarding medical interventions, life support, and organ donation are known and respected. Having these documents in place provides peace of mind for both individuals and their loved ones, ensuring that their wishes are honored and their affairs are managed according to their preferences, even in challenging circumstances. All can apply including PRs and foreigners. Let's take the necessary steps to get our LPAs and AMDs in place! #era #hexagroup #healthylifestyle #selfcare

Did you know. Before they became healthcare Goliaths, PBMs started in the 60s with the noble aim of making medications more affordable. 🕰️ Yet, today, they're at the heart of a system driving independents out of business and pushing up prices. Share if you miss the personal touch of your local pharmacy. #IndependentPharmacy #HealthcareHeritage.

We have a great show today with the full panel! Scott Kraft, John Paul Spencer, Terry Fletcher CPC CEMC CCC CCS CCS-P CMC ACS-CA SCP-CA PACS QMPM, Stephanie Allard, CPC, CEMA, RHIT and Christine Hall CHC Topics today include: 1. Weight loss drugs and all the confusion on medical necessity 2. Physician disclaimers and the misnomers 3. Developing the next generation of coders, and the difficulties practices are having retaining experienced coders in this economy There is no doubt these topics will lead to many more discussions!