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NHSBSA ‘Hints & Tips’ – Issue 57

Dispensing & Supply|Headline
Monday 4th November 2024

The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) produces a quarterly newsletter called “Hints & Tips for dispensing contractors”. The latest edition (Issue 57) contains some useful information and advice on:

  • MYS July Activity: Tuesday 5 November 2024 deadline
  • New ePACT2 dashboards: UTI and Pharmacy First
  • 2024/25 seasonal flu vaccine reimbursement
  • New oversupply data available in ePACT2
  • End of month batch submissions
  • Encourage patients to check before they tick

To view current and previous issues of Hints & Tips click here.

Dispensing & Supply|Headline
Monday 4th November 2024

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