Venous thromboembolism
From 1 April 2012 until 31 March 2022, we documented 687 closed claims relating to Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) injuries. Of these, 411 claims were settled with damages paid, costing the NHS over £23 million. VTE is a significant cause of mortality, long-term disability and long-lasting …
Supporting primary care
NHS Resolution offers support and insights to those working in primary care from across our four services: Claims Management, Practitioner Performance Advice, Primary Care Appeals and Safety and Learning. We have produced a short digital brochure that outlines how each service supports those working in …
Sepsis in primary care virtual forum
Date held: 23 March 2023 NHS Resolution’s Safety and Learning team are hosted a virtual forum on sepsis in primary care. They shared our data and learning insights on sepsis claims to support improvements in safety and experience. Contributors Dr Ron Daniels – Founder and …
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When does CNSGP cover apply?
When do I report a GP claim to NHS Resolution?
This flowchart outlines when to report a GP claim to NHS Resolution or your MDO. More information on our General Practice indemnity schemes can be found here.
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Clinical Negligence Scheme for General Practice (CNSGP): An overview of the first year
Analysis of the data from the first year of an indemnity scheme for general practice has identified that quicker and more accurate diagnosis, and improved prescribing processes could result in better patient outcomes, a report from NHS Resolution published today has found. The report provides …
Anti-infective medication errors
NHS Resolution received 172 claims relating to anti-infective medications between 1 April 2015 until 31 March 2020. Anti-infective medications include antibiotics, antivirals and antifungals. The analysis in this leaflet only focuses on closed claims that have been settled with damages paid and concern an element …
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NHS Resolution Podcast: Spinal Infections
Between the 1st of January 2009 and the 31st of December 2019, NHS Resolution received 232 claims concerning delay in the diagnosis of spinal infection. Out of these 232 claims, 85 were settled with damages paid, 43 without merit and 104 remain open. The total …
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