Contracting and procurement

Enhanced Services

Comments have been received from practices regarding the enhanced services and will be reviewed by the end of June 2009. The final specifications will be distributed to practices by mid July and will be available on this website.

For more information on Enhanced Services go to the frequently asked questions (FAQs).

• PAF form

General Medical Services (GMS)

The GMS contract has evolved in partnership between the NHS Confederation and the General Practioners Committee (GPC) of the British Medical Association (BMA). It creates greater flexibility for GPs and represents an unprecedented level of investment in primary care.

•  GMS statement of financial entitlements

Personal Medical Services (PMS) 

The Department of Health website contains the most up-to-date guidance and legislation documents relating to PMS. 

• PMS statement of financial entitlements

Alternative Provider Medical Services (APMS)

Alternative Provider Medical Services (APMS) is a contractual route through which PCTs can contract with a wide range of providers to deliver services tailored to local needs.

Documents

• Statement of financial entitlements – Amendments

• LOC 6 - Claim form

• LOC 5 - Paternity leave

• LOC 4 - Confinement

• LOC 3 - Adoption leave

• LOC 2 - Jury service

• LOC 1 - Sickness

• Provider activity form.