Steep rise in use of block contracting for elective care

By
LaingBuisson
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There has been a surge in the number of block contracts awarded by the NHS for elective care, but the proportion going to independent sector providers has fallen.Figures released by the NHS Partners Network (NHSPN) revealed that the number of block contracts commissioned by CCGs for elective procedures rose by 32% between 2013/14 and 2015/16…

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