This title is an invaluable tool for all those involved in practice-based commissioning (PBC).

It will be of particular benefit to executives and non-executives at primary care trusts, professional executive committee (PEC) members, PBC leads, project managers and finance managers. Equally, the publication will be of great use to practice-based commissioners – both practitioners and practice business managers.

This comprehensive guide provides practical advice on the issues that need to be dealt with and the sub-systems of the NHS that need to adapt in order to facilitate successful PBC. It identifies what needs to be considered in designing, implementing and maintaining local systems and provides guidance on the foundations that need to be laid for the further evolution and growth of PBC.

It details the requirements of the key stakeholders, including practices, PCTs, PECs and HAs in setting up practice-based commissioning; considers the challenges in doing this and how to overcome them; and the potential directions for the strategic development of PBC at a local and wider health economy level.

In doing this it provides an in depth analysis of the roles of the key players and stakeholders, the commissioning models available, their governance and financial management requirements, and the interaction between partners and the overall health care agenda.

This publication is a highly effective and accessible guide and reference for all working within practice-based commissioning.

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