Developing a Complex Care Case Management Service within Primary Care

"Analysis of the Slough CCG patient population demonstrated that 5% (7,500) of people consume 43% of healthcare resources.  In an attempt to realise cost savings and improve quality of service, efforts were made to target those at higher risk of an emergency admission or A&E attendance."

Slough CCG: Developing a Complex Care Case Management Service within Primary Care
S Saran, A Thompson, R Chana
RightCare
February 2016

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Starting today: the future of mental health services

"The economic impact of poor mental health is estimated to be over £100 billion to the economy each year in England alone. Yet despite this, we know that the care and treatment that we offer people with mental health problems is variable - many people with mental health problems have trouble accessing services; interventions are not always effective; services can be poor at providing a holistic response to people’s needs, for instance neglecting people’s physical health; and many simply get no help at all (some do not seek it, or give up trying due to difficulties accessing help)."

Starting today: the future of mental health services
Mental Health Foundation
September 2013

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Briefing on NHS health checks for local authorities

"Local authorities are now responsible for commissioning health checks. This briefing provides information about the programme."

Briefing on NHS health checks for local authorities
Primary Care Commissioning
April 2013

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