Tips of the month April 2019
We provide weekly tips based on common queries which come through to us from London GPs and practice teams. These are shared via social media and collated for this newsletter.
On 1 July the Primary Care Network DES goes live and networks will begin to receive funding to employ clinical pharmacists (70% reimbursement) and social prescribing link workers (100% reimbursement). #tipoftheweek
— Londonwide LMCs (@LondonwideLMCs) April 15, 2019
If your practice is having problems creating or joining a Primary Care Network contact your LMC, so you can receive support before the 15 May deadline. #tipoftheweek
— Londonwide LMCs (@LondonwideLMCs) April 12, 2019
Last updated : 15 Apr 2019The new GP Contract is now in effect, the find out what the state-backed indemnity scheme means for you and your practice staff. #tipoftheweekhttps://t.co/5cYYr4aePl
— Londonwide LMCs (@LondonwideLMCs) April 4, 2019
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