Hypertension Case-finding Service (HCF)
The Hypertension case-finding service was commissioned as an Advanced service from 1st October 2021.
Further information can be found via: Hypertension case-finding service – Community Pharmacy England (cpe.org.uk)
The following key documents have now been published. Please read these documents before providing the service.
- Service specification – (Updated following the announcement to make better use of skill mix and increase ABPM)
- Service Directions & Determination – This provides the legal basis for the provision of the service.
- Download the service pathway – Details the pathway for patients visiting a pharmacy.
Registering to provide the service
Registration for the service is via MYS, please note you must be ‘service ready’ and have all equipment in place before completing your registration on MYS.
CPE Briefing: Hypertension Case-Finding – Provides additional guidance for contractors and their teams
CPE Hypertension Case-Finding service webinar – Watch on-demand. You can also view the Frequently Asked Questions which were answered after the webinar.
CPGM Hypertension Case Finding toolkit – Jan 2024 – The toolkit outlines how to meet the specification requirements and is a great tool to help you identify any knowledge gaps.
A reference guide to support with clinic blood pressure checks
Virtual Outcomes – Free training for all GM contractors
To access this Virtual Outcomes training:
- Visit https://www.virtualoutcomes.co.uk/pharmacy-training/
- Enter your pharmacy F Code
- Click on the training menu for the course you wish to view
- Click “Start Course”
- Complete the registration form
Hypertension Case-Finding Service: Service Delivery – Access the course
CPE have published a staff training checklist that includes actions that staff can undertake to develop their confidence and competence to successfully provide the service.
CPPE
Resources to help pharmacy professionals to deliver HCF
Hypertension Focal Point online workshop (1h 45mins)
- GP letter / email service notification template to notify general practice that your pharmacy will be providing the service;
- Briefing for general practice teams to provide information on the new service and help you engage with their local general practice colleagues;
- HCF – Presentation to General Practice – This guide has been developed by NHS GM to support engagement between GP and CP
- Referral Support Comms for General Practice
- EMIS Referral button launched for GPs using the EMIS system
A number of resources have been developed to help promote the service:
- Promotional poster
- Digital marketing materials
- Patient leaflet to support the provision of readings.
- Controlling your blood pressure leaflet – This leaflet has been published in a range of languages to make it easily accessible to all patients.
