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The CCGs are considering commissioning additional capacity for the following diagnostic modalities: X-ray, Non-obstetric ultrasound, echocardiogram, MRI, CT and endoscopy. To include direct access diagnostics for GP referrals where appropriate, the CCGs are considering commissioning additional capacity for the following specialities: Digestive Diseases, ENT, Gynaecology, Neurology, Ophthalmology and Urology. Please note that this is for capacity over and above that already provided. The CCGs are considering commissioning additional capacity in the following models: Option A: Complete pathways; from referral, through treatment to discharge, including any necessary diagnostics, in 1 or more specialities from the list above; Option B: Community based assessment and diagnosis, followed by either discharge to referrer, treatment or onward referral for treatment, in 1 or more of the specialities listed above; Option C: Community based diagnostics hub providing 1 or more of the diagnostic modalities listed above; Option D: Mobile community based assessment, diagnostic and treatment service in 1 or more specialities from the list above. Please note that this is for capacity over and above that already provided. If you would like to discuss any aspects of the requirements, please call Alison Dean on 01273 574691 (8:30-17:30, Monday to Thursday), or send an email to: alison.dean@nhs.net suggesting a date/time for a telephone conversation.