Back by popular demand, we're excited to welcome back Naj Seedat and Andy Pow for another insightful episode.The topic of conversation has come to light due to an ICB that awarded what was an APMS contract, converted to a GMS contract to a PCN, Naj and Andy share their valuable insights and perspectives on this matter. Naj also shares his experience with having both APMS and GMS practices within his patch, shedding light on the approaches they've adopted. The three of them engage in a conversation about the potential future of APMS contracts, the crucial issue of General Practice funding, and their visions for what lies ahead in this ever-evolving landscape.

 

Introduction (0:09)

 

Independent Contractor Model (1:16)

 

Naj’s thoughts.. (2:44)

 

APMs contract reviews.. (4:58)

 

The end for APMS contracts? (6:43)

 

Andy’s thoughts.. (9:09)

 

How do PCN’s hold a GMS contract? (10:10)

 

Ben's thoughts on the future for integration? (12:40)

 

Naj & Andy’s salaries & integration thoughts... (15:40)

 

Shift in the funding.. (18:32)

 

Distribution of funding.. (19:29)

 

PCN’s are here to stay.. (21:28)

 

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