Dave-G Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 (Now this comment is in the right place please forgive me). I dont buy into the whole "those that don't turn up to appointments" thing. Truth is - if you dont self check in or check in via the receptionist your booked time slot just gets erased and the doctor isnt expecting you. To anyone whos made that comment - tell me the last time you went to the doctors and was called in early because someone had failed to show for thier appointment? Lol, 30 to 60 minutes is our normal GP waiting time. Might be a bit quicker if a few more people miss their appointments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me matt Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 Exactly my point, appointments are only for ten minutes, so if the GP starts work at 8am by 9am hes alrealdy running late, those that don't turn up actually help tge cause. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mice! Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 It's ok saying we pay for the dentist but that's not by choice, its about £17 now think for a check up, your in and out in maybe 2 mins. I don't think paying to see your gp is right but I think they should have an evening and weekend surgery for workers only, if your on benefits or an oap you should be able to make it during the day. I can say I've never had to wait more than a day or so for an appointment if I've needed one but I work shifts ☺ I read the start of this thread to the wife and straight away she said you should pay a £5 when you make an appointment which gets taken if you don't show up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digger Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 I'd pay. My doctor has been great, knows I work and live alone so ensures my appointment is at 8.30 am at the latest. Calls me with results of tests rather than get me back in. He makes allowances for my deep mistrust of people, my reluctance to talk and has got me from utter despair to being pain free for the first time in months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneGunman Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 Next time you see your GP, ask what % of appointments were DNA (Did Not Attend). A miniscule charge would stop this. Remember this: what is free has no value Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieT Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 Next time you see your GP, ask what % of appointments were DNA (Did Not Attend). A miniscule charge would stop this. Remember this: what is free has no value The NHS does not collect data on "Did Not Attend" appointments, or indeed the total number of GP appointments, but sample surveys suggest that it could amount to 3% of the estimated 380+ million appointments in GP surgeries. Taking into account genuine reasons for missed appointments, the figures suggest that the number of irresponsible DNA's is so miniscule it does not feature in a discussion on GP charges and certainly has no impact on the services over stretched GP's offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVB Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 The NHS does not collect data on "Did Not Attend" appointments, or indeed the total number of GP appointments, but sample surveys suggest that it could amount to 3% of the estimated 380+ million appointments in GP surgeries. Taking into account genuine reasons for missed appointments, the figures suggest that the number of irresponsible DNA's is so miniscule it does not feature in a discussion on GP charges and certainly has no impact on the services over stretched GP's offer. They do collect data on DNA's for hospital referrals though. 2008-2016 this has averaged at around 9%. Would GP DNA's be significantly different? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieT Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 They do collect data on DNA's for hospital referrals though. 2008-2016 this has averaged at around 9%. Would GP DNA's be significantly different? As I said, the only figures available, from a survey of 500 practices, suggest it is around 3% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.