In 2023/24, funding will be available to help improve three key priorities: patient experience, ease of access and demand management, and accuracy of appointment recording.

Find out what you need to include in your access improvement plans to ensure:

  • Patients are offered an assessment of need and sent to the appropriate service at first contact
  • Routine patient appointments are held within two weeks, where appropriate
  • Your plan supports the goals laid out in your ICB's Access Recovery Plan

Download the checklist today to get expert advice on what to include, including strategies for empowering patients, tackling the morning rush, building capacity, creating digital access hubs, and encouraging collaborative working.