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Enhanced Access and Extended Access Service
We have teams ready and available at any time to help improve your Enhanced Access and Extended Access provision and improve patient access
What is Enhanced Access and Extended Access?
The Enhanced Access and Extended Access programme enables patients convenient access to healthcare services outside of core GP hours. Services can also be delivered to patients remotely, making access even easier compared to before.
In providing Enhanced Access and Extended Access services, GP surgeries, Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and GP Federations can offer more appointments in the evenings, at weekends or on public holidays (dependant on locality). This is a considerable help to patients who are unable to attend appointments during the typical workday.
Enhanced Access and Extended Access PCN DES can provide services including physiotherapy and mental health, as well as helping patients with acute illnesses, injuries in need of immediate attention, or with more routine medicines-related consultations. Enhanced Access DES initiative is pivotal in enabling these extended healthcare services, ensuring patients have more flexible access to care.
As well as helping improve patient access to healthcare, Enhanced Access and Extended Access services aim to reduce the burden on emergency departments: increased availability of out-of-hours medical care means that patients are more likely to seek treatment when they need it, leading to better health outcomes and less strain on the healthcare system.
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Enhancing Patient Care: Service Details, Team Expertise, and Access Innovations
Service Availability and Times
At Core Prescribing Solutions, we ensure that quality healthcare fits into your busy schedule. Our Enhanced Access and Extended Access Services are available during extended hours to provide you with the care you need, when you need it. Under the ‘Enhanced Access DES, our services are tailored to meet the needs of our patients, offering extended hours as part of our commitment to accessible care. Appointments can be scheduled for the following times:
- Evenings: Monday to Friday, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, allowing you access to our services after typical working hours.
- Weekends: Saturdays from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, providing flexibility for those who cannot attend appointments during the week.
We strive to offer these extended hours to ensure that every patient has access to our healthcare professionals at a time that minimizes disruption to their daily life. By expanding our service hours, we commit to delivering healthcare that is not only of the highest quality but also the most convenient.
Multidisciplinary Team Approach
Our Enhanced Access and Extended Access Services are supported by our specialized management team and clinicians, focused on delivering comprehensive medicines management services to our healthcare partners we work with.:
Clinical Pharmacists: Our clinical pharmacists bring an essential layer of drug therapy expertise to our team. They collaborate closely with primary care teams to optimize medication regimens, provide medication reviews, and ensure the highest standards of pharmaceutical care.
Pharmacy Technicians: The role of our pharmacy technicians is integral, working alongside our clinical pharmacists to manage prescriptions, assist with medication reconciliation, and support patients in understanding their treatment plans. Their expertise is vital in maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of our pharmacy services.
ARRS Professionals: Professionals such as clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians via the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) add value to our team and the stakeholders we work with, utilising their specialized skills. They play a pivotal role in extending the range of services we offer outside of core hours, allowing for a more tailored approach to patient care, increasing patient access to help address a wide spectrum of health needs. Each member of our team is committed to ensuring that patients receive the most effective and personalized care possible, optimising healthcare outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Technology Integration
In the digital age, seamless access to healthcare is a must. Core Prescribing Solutions is at the forefront of integrating advanced technology to enhance patient care:
Digital Health Records: By maintaining comprehensive digital health records with our partners, we not only safeguard patient information but also enable a coordinated care approach. This ensures that every member of your healthcare team is informed and up-to-date with your medical history and treatment progress.
Patient Education
Core Prescribing Solutions is committed not only to delivering exceptional care but also to empowering our patients with the knowledge they need to make informed healthcare decisions:
Accessible Service Information: Clear, concise, and easily accessible information about Enhanced Access and Extended Access Services is available online. We make sure that patients understand what to expect from each service and how it can contribute to their overall health and wellbeing.
Service Accessibility and Booking
Core Prescribing Solutions prioritizes your convenience and access to healthcare. Our healthcare partners book the consultations via their electronic record system, which ensures our clinical team delivers maximum clinical activity.
Remote Consultations: For patients who need quick access or cannot easily travel to a clinic, we provide remote consultations. These sessions can be conducted via telephone, offering patients the flexibility and comfort of receiving care from their chosen location.
Booking Assistance: Our patient support team is on hand to guide you through the intricacies of delivering services out of core hours.
Standardization and Flexibility
At Core Prescribing Solutions, we recognize the importance of consistency in healthcare delivery. Our Enhanced Access and Extended Access Service is designed to offer both standardization and flexibility, aligning with national healthcare directives while adapting to the unique needs of our patients and their communities.
Standardized Service Offerings: Our services are standardized to ensure every patient receives high-quality care regardless of their location. This standardization across our practices means you can expect the same excellent level of care and service during every interaction with our healthcare professionals.
Adaptive and Flexible Care: While we maintain high standards, we also believe in the flexibility of care. We understand that each patient’s healthcare needs are unique, and our services are adaptable to meet these varying needs. Whether it’s adjusting clinical activity or offering different models of care, we are committed to accommodating the individual preferences and requirements of the patients and communities we serve.
Responsive to Patient Needs: Our approach to Enhanced Access and Extended Access Service is responsive. We continually assess and evolve our service offerings based on patient and stakeholder feedback and healthcare advancements. This ensures that our services not only meet but exceed the expectations of those we serve, now and in the future.
Streamlining Enhanced Access Services: Our Commitment to Effective Healthcare Solutions
At Core Prescribing Solutions, we understand the challenges faced by Primary Care Networks (PCNs), GP Federations and GP surgeries in providing Enhanced Access and Extended Access services to their patients. While they are essential for timely care and reducing the A&E and OOH burden, they can also be challenging to implement and manage at scale. This is where Core Prescribing Solutions comes in: our expert clinical pharmacy team can help you implement these services efficiently and effectively.
Our team of experienced professionals is equipped to guide and support you in creating and implementing effective and efficient Enhanced Access and Extended Access services.
Furthermore, our remote service can help you rapidly and efficiently expand your Enhanced Access and Extended Access provision without the need for on-site clinic space, allowing for swift mobilisation and deployment of resources without negatively impacting primary care estates.
Our Enhanced Access and Extended Access service can help with:
- Structured medication reviews
- Medication reviews
- Urgent medication queries in relation to already diagnosed patients
- Medication queries
- Assisting with local prescribing scheme
A key benefit of working with Core Prescribing Solutions lies in our team’s expertise. Our accomplished clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are well-versed in the intricacies involved in delivering Enhanced Access and Extended Access services for the NHS. We are adept at designing personalised services to suit your patient demographics, geography and service demand.
Partnering with Core Prescribing Solutions can also help you to save on costs. We provide a variety of cost-effective solutions that can assist you in delivering Enhanced Access and Extended Access services. For instance, we can help you streamline your staffing levels and implement efficient processes that reduce both waste and expense. Our primary goal is to support you in providing the best possible patient care while ensuring that you use your funding effectively.
Finally, we help you save time. We take care of the logistics that come with providing Enhanced Access and Extended Access services, so that you can focus on providing high-quality care to your patients. We can help you provide timely reporting and analysis in relation to our services.
If you are a PCN Clinical Director, PCN Manager, GP Practice Manager, GP surgery or GP Federation looking to provide Enhanced Access and Extended Access services to your patients, working with Core Prescribing Solutions can provide a wide range of benefits.
We offer expertise, practical support, high-quality services, cost-effective solutions, and time-saving benefits that can help you provide comprehensive services efficiently and effectively. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you provide the best possible care to your patients.
Contact Core Prescribing Solutions
Phone: 01274 442076
Email: info@coreprescribingsolutions.co.uk
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