What area does Cheshire CCG cover?
Area Covered by the CCG 2.1 The geographical area covered by NHS Cheshire CCG is co-terminous with the boundaries of Cheshire East Local Authority and Cheshire West and Chester Local Authority.
Which CCGs are merging?
CCG merger 1
- Legacy (closing) CCG code. 06F.
- Legacy (closing) CCG name. NHS Bedfordshire CCG.
- New CCG name NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes CCG.
- New CCG code M1J4Y.
How many CCG are there in the UK?
As of 1 April 2021, following a series of mergers, there are 106 CCGs in England. However, from July 2022 they will be dissolved and their duties taken on by the new integrated care systems (ICSs), once the Health and Care Bill receives Royal Assent.
How many GP practices are there in Cheshire?
NHS Eastern Cheshire Clinical Commissioning Group (ECCCG) is made up of 21 eastern cheshire based GP practices. There main purpose is to ensure a high quality of health care by commissioning appropriate health care services. They are a major partner in local work to improve the health of the whole population.
Which CCG is Macclesfield in?
The East Cheshire NHS Trust
The East Cheshire NHS Trust operates hospitals in Congleton, Knutsford and Macclesfield. The East Cheshire NHS Trust also manages the community services in East Cheshire (formerly known as Cheshire East Community Health to 31 March 2011).
What is the difference between CCG and NHS England?
CCG’s are overseen by NHS England and are responsible for commissioning, planning, designing and paying for health services, such as, local hospitals, community care, ambulances, mental health and learning disabilities services. Each CCG has a constitution and is run by its Governing Body.
How many PCNs are in Merseyside and Cheshire?
55 Primary Care networks
The health and social care system in Cheshire and Merseyside is both large and complex, with 18 NHS provider organisations, 55 Primary Care networks (PCNs), nine Places, 12 CCGs and 375 GP practices, as well as a high number of independent care providers.
Which CCG is Leighton Hospital?
The Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust operates the hospitals in Crewe (Leighton) and the Victoria Infirmary at Northwich as well as the Elmhurst intermediate care centre in Winsford. The East Cheshire NHS Trust operates hospitals in Congleton, Knutsford and Macclesfield.
What are the 9 towns in Cheshire East?
Towns in Cheshire East
- Alsager.
- Congleton.
- Knutsford.
- Macclesfield.
- Middlewich.
- Nantwich.
- Poynton.
- Sandbach.
Why did CCGs replace PCTs?
In April 2013, CCGs replaced PCTs (Primary Care Trust) across the country. The main differences between CCGs and PCTs is the bottom up approach to solving issues which provides better care for patients. This includes involving clinicians more in the issues and solutions for patients’ care needs.
What will replace CCGs?
System. ICBs replace CCGs and are focused on core NHS services, with responsibilities including NHS funding, commissioning, and workforce planning. ICPs have a broad focus, covering ICS-wide strategy, public health, social care, and wider issues impacting the health and wellbeing of the local population.