Datasets / Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF) of the new GMS Contract


Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF) of the new GMS Contract

Published By ISD Scotland

Issued almost 10 years ago

GB
final

Summary

Type of release
a one-off release of a set of related datasets

Licence
UK Open Government Licence

Verification
automatically awarded

Description

The Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF) is a major part of the new General Medical Services (GMS) contract, introduced in April 2004. The QOF measures GP practice achievements against a range of evidence-based indicators, with points and payments awarded to practices according to their level of achievement. Source agency: ISD Scotland (part of NHS National Services Scotland) Designation: National Statistics Language: English Alternative title: Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF)