The Independent Healthcare Providers Network is the trade association representing independent healthcare providers
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Great to see the results of our "Going Private 2024" report published in the Times today showing how growing numbers of young people are using private healthcare
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Independent providers play a vital role in ensuring NHS patients can access the cataract surgery they need - as a result of the sector's involvement, ophthalmology is the only major NHS specialty where waiting times are now lower than they were in 2019
20 Apr 2025
Private clinics delivering NHS cataract surgery face investigation over claims they have artificially inflated costs for the taxpayer, performed unnecessary operations and incentivised high-street optometrists to refer patients to their services ⬇️
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Independent providers work with local commissioners to deliver high quality patient care with 98% rated good/ outstanding by the @CareQualityComm with the @RCOphth National Ophthalmology Database showing complication rates in the sector below half of rates expected by the College
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You can read our full response to the article here:
ihpn.org.uk/news/ihpn-respon…
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We’re delighted that the Prime Minister today announced a new agreement between the NHS & independent sector to help cut the NHS backlog.
Independent providers already treat millions of NHS patients every year, and this agreement builds on these strong foundations
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By making full use of the sector's capacity:
☑️ patients will be offered a proper choice of provider
🏥the sector will be supported to invest in & deliver an even wider choice of services to NHS patients to cut waiting times - free at the point of use & paid for at NHS prices.
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The new agreement will also:
📱Align NHS & independent sector digital systems so patients can see appts results on the NHS App
🤝 Encourage long-term relationships to enable ⬆️ independent sector investment in the NHS
🧑🎓 Work together to grow the elective workforce
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Great news today that patients will have more choice & control over their NHS care, incl being treated in the independent sector
Our research found NHS patients need to travel just 12 miles – under 25 mins – to cut 3 months off their wait
Read more here ihpn.org.uk/still-time-to-ch…
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🎉As 2024 draws to a close we want to say a big thank you to all those working in the independent health sector who do such a fantastic job in delivering care to millions of NHS and private patients every year 🎉
From all of us at IHPN we wish everyone a very merry Christmas 🎄
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We're announcing today that IHPN's Director of Policy @davidejfurness will be leaving us next year to join @ShelfordGrp as their new MD
David has played a pivotal role over the last 6yrs, enabling IHPN to go from strength to strength - we wish him the very best in his new role!
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Congratulations to all our members who won at last night's @LaingBuisson Awards 2024 incl @circlehealthgrp @thelondonclinic @InHealthGroup @clecliniclondon as well as a special mention to @spirehealthcare CEO Justin Ash, for winning the Outstanding Contribution Award 🎉🎉🎉🎉
21 Nov 2024
And that’s a wrap for the LaingBuisson Awards 2024! ✨
Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating excellence and innovation in health and social care. Today’s audience has truly showcased the remarkable achievements and dedication driving this sector forward.
Including special thanks to our Silver Sponsors, Clece Care Services and @CanonMedicalEU, for their incredible support in making tonight unforgettable.
Congratulations once again to all the winners and finalists. 🏆
#LBAwards
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IHPN are thrilled to have won the prestigious “UK Association of the Year” prize at the 2024 #AssociationExcellence Awards - recognising our work supporting members to deliver the best possible care for NHS & private patients 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Read more here: ihpn.org.uk/news/ihpn-wins-p…
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This week IHPN were delighted to hold our 10th annual summit looking at the "Future of Healthcare" where we were joined by some great speakers incl @IsabelHardman @SivaAnandaciva @nedwards_1 & many more!
Take a look at just some of the highlights below:
youtube.com/watch?v=OIo6DNsL…
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And a huge thank you once again to @BevanBrittanLLP for their kind support for the event
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Yesterday saw the Chancellor make her first Autumn Budget. While there was welcome new money for the NHS, we still need further detail on:
🔵 how this 💷 will be spent
🔵 when improvements will be seen felt by the public
Read our full statement here:
ihpn.org.uk/news/ihpn-respon…
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Independent Healthcare Providers Network retweeted
22 Oct 2024
Dawn Hodgkins, Director of Regulation,@IndHealthPN shares her thoughts on speaking, listening, learning – celebrating Freedom to Speak up month in the independent sector.
#HereToListen #ListenUp
nationalguardian.org.uk/2024…
ALT This October, I’m encouraging independent healthcare providers, and indeed all parts of the healthcare system, to “listen with fascination”, to not “comfort seek” and “ask questions with curiosity”
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Great to contribute to this @MailOnline article on the importance of patient choice in the #NHS. Our research shows:
- patients can ⬇️ their wait for care by 3 months by travelling just 25mins by 🚗 to a different provider, incl in the independent sector
mailonsunday.co.uk/health/ar…
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📢Only three days left to get your entries in to the HSJ Independent Healthcare Providers Awards!
A great opportunity to showcase the fantastic care the sector delivers to millions of NHS patients every year
14 Oct 2024
It's the final week to enter the #hsjihpawards - deadline is Friday, 18th October. Hear from our media partner @IndHealthPN @dhareuk about why you should get your submission in for these new awards. partnership.hsj.co.uk/indepe…
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Very welcome news that @julianhartley1 has been confirmed as the new @CareQualityComm CEO
A strong, independent regulator is a vital part of the health & care landscape and we look forward to working with Julian and supporting his efforts in getting the CQC back on track
7 Oct 2024
Sir Julian Hartley will be appointed as our new Chief Executive.
Sir Julian has been the Chief Executive of NHS Providers, prior to which he had a distinguished career as Chief Executive of several organisations.
orlo.uk/eU6Uc
ALT A photo of Julian Hartley
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Looking forward to taking part in this event where @dhareuk will set out the key role for the independent sector in tackling the NHS backlog, incl
➡️the importance of patient choice
➡️how the sector can bring new investment & capital to the NHS improve patient access to care
4 Oct 2024
Don't miss out on the chance to attend our exciting conference on the 25th of October as #WHFEVENTS discusses Next steps for elective care and tackling NHS waiting times in England! With keynote speakers @RCRadiologists @IndHealthPN @GSTTnhs @nwlmcs
More: westminsterforumprojects.co.…
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