Quality and Outcomes Framework

Quality And Outcomes Framework

The Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) is a system for the performance management and payment of general practitioners (GPs) in the National Health Service (NHS) in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It was introduced as part of the new general medical services (GMS) contract in April 2004, replacing various other fee arrangements.

Read more about Quality And Outcomes Framework:  Aims and Mechanisms, Changes To The Framework, Exception Reporting, Advantages and Disadvantages

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