CQC

Early Experiences Of New CQC Framework

We highlight various practices issues which has crossed over our desks recently. It is important that providers are aware of detailed practice developments and be prepared in advance of CQC assessments and inspections. Assessment/Inspection We are starting to see the practical application of the new CQC assessment framework. CQC have changed the language relating to …

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What Is The Impact Of The New CQC Regime On Providers?

Ridouts hosted a round table discussion with providers to discuss the developing CQC regime, to consider what was happening, share knowledge and discuss the potential impact of the regime on businesses.  Between them, the providers have nearly 60 homes, so had a wealth of experience to share. The discussions were wide and varied but the …

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When Is An Up-To-Date CQC Rating Not Up-To-Date? When It’s Awarded Under The New Inspection Regime

We all know by now that the CQC wants ratings of providers to be dynamic.  It wants to provide “up-to-date and high-quality information and ratings”.  Last month, I asked you, on LinkedIn, what period of time you considered a rating would remain contemporary.  The majority of people said 6 -12 months. Even if we take …

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CQC Misdiagnose Regulatory Breaches and Damage Good Providers

It is a regular feature of CQC reports that a provider is said to be in breach of the Regulations which providers are required to observe. The principal regulations are the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 (“the Regulations”); the so-called Fundamental Standards. This is a serious matter. CQC inspectors have …

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The CQC’s New Regulatory Regime – What We Know And Don’t Know

Providers are anticipating the changes to the CQC’s regulatory approach and how they will impact on their businesses. The CQC is drip feeding us with information and it can be hard to see how everything fits together. The aim of this article is to bring you up-to date on the information that has been publicised …

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Ratings Limiters Under The CQC’s New Methodology

The CQC has recently published additional insight into its scoring process under the new inspection methodology, including explaining how ratings limiters will be applied in the future. Under the current system of KLOEs, prompts and ratings characteristics existing CQC guidance for adult social care services outlines specific ratings limiters related to the Well-led rating. If …

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Prevention Of Future Death Reports In Relation To Young People With Autism

The BBC has carried out an investigation into the care provided to young people with Autism. As part of this, the BBC reviewed over 4,000 Prevention of Future Death (“PFD”) reports delivered in England and Wales over the past 10 years. The investigation identified that the Coroner had issued PDF reports in 51 cases which …

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