Lloyd George Digitisation

What is the rationale behind hiding Lloyd George content from online visibility?

Current guidance states that access to the digitised version should only be provided via a Subject Access Request (SAR) which has been submitted to the practice by the patient or a patient representative. This allows the practice to check that all is in order and redact for patient viewing as appropriate. In regards to patient facing services and giving patients access to records. Will EMIS be developing their system to allow for the transfer of settings to make digital LG records private from one practice to another as the patient navigates the system? It is likely that a standard will be established and adopted nationwide for GP2GP transfers. The requirement would need to be resolved to satisfy Data Controllers' needs whilst considering any additional procedural impact on administrative staff in practice. Can you offer any suggestions about how long it might take practices to pack their own records (assuming they have been provided with the boxes)? As each practice varies in size (patient list), that question is addressed by our deployment team during pre-engagement planning so that the activity can be coordinated and scheduled. The deployment team will also be in regular contact to keep abreast of the activity progress.

Does the destruction include the Lloyd George envelope?

No, at least not under current legislation. However, NHSX are also aware of this matter and will seek a practical resolution through the appropriate channels to support the Digital Transformation Programme.

Do you recommend a certain proportion of records for practices to check before acceptance?

There is a practical approach based on BS 5750 - Quality Systems and ISO 9001 - Quality Assurance standards. This recommendation is still subject to final ratification by NHSX.