The AQP process will appoint providers to deliver a community carpal tunnel service which GP’s and their patients may choose to refer to following initial clinical assessment.

The overall aim of the service is to provide a high quality carpal tunnel service within a convenient setting, acute or community, to meet the needs of the people registered with a GP within the Barnsley Clinical Commissioning Group (BCCG) area.

The intention is to provide a community carpal tunnel service in order to offer prompt and increased patient choice on treatment options. The service shall deliver an enhanced patient experience with reduced waiting times and easier access. To provide an accessible, comprehensive, confidential service, that offers service users informed choices and appropriate treatment.

The AQP process will appoint providers to deliver a ‘Community Carpal Tunnel Service’ which GP’s and their patients may choose to refer to following initial clinical assessment.

As a qualified provider there would be no levels of guaranteed activity and payment would be made based on actual provision.