Services Database Effective Intervention Scheme
Service ID
18170
Description
Pharmacists and their teams identify prescription interventions and communicate this information to the GP practices using a designated form (usually via the practice medicine manager). The interventions are processed by the GP practice and the community pharmacy receives feedback on the result.
The types interventions are listed in the scheme details and are designed to identify cost saving, waste reduction and quality medicine management issues over and above those traditionally highlighted during the dispensing process.
Payments are made based upon the interventions identified and potential savings generated.
Location of service
Cumbria LPC
Commissioner
Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)
Method of commissioning
Transitioned from PCT
Source of funding
Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)
Service type
Intervention service
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Completed
Training
All pharmacists, technicians and pharmacy staff providing the service must have received training or attended a local training meeting prior to providing the service.
