The GP Appointments Data (GPAD) programme is designed to standardise appointment categorisation within GP practices across England. The aim is to enhance data accuracy and facilitate better local and national reporting. By creating universal appointment categories, GP practices, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), and Primary Care Networks (PCNs) can reliably reflect their actual activity when data is consolidated across organisations.
Through this standardisation, practices can utilise the information more effectively to plan capacity, manage their workforce, and improve the delivery of care. The GPAD programme also supports the understanding of triage systems, video consultations, and other online interaction methods, which have become increasingly important since the COVID-19 pandemic.
This structured approach to categorising appointments assists in more accurate and comprehensive reporting, which directly aids in the development of national health policies.
National Slot Mapping
Mapping local appointment slot types to the new national categories is essential. Practices maintain the freedom to manage their appointment books according to specific local needs while ensuring they meet national standards. This mapping is easily configured through the EMIS Web system under the Appointments Configuration section.
Did you know?
The Hero Health platform can enhance your practice's appointment management by allowing online appointment booking directly through your practice's website. This integration supports patient empowerment and saves time for practice administrators.
