NHS North Kirklees CCG: Microsuction Service

Tender description

NHS North Kirklees CCG commissioners invite providers to the tender of Microsuction Service for the population of North Kirklees. Across North Kirklees CCG, it is known that 1.3% of the population is currently accessing NHS ear wax removal services via ear irrigation. This cohort from a population (around 194,000) may benefit from micro suction. It is anticipated that with the implementation of the agreed clinical pathway and the NICE guidance as well as implementation of a locally delivered service the demand on secondary care services will reduce. The service aims to meet the needs of people with hearing impairment associated with ear wax. The overarching aims of the service are: • To provide micro suction in primary care (GP practices) and the community. • To provide general ear care advice and education and promote self- management prior to medical intervention. • To improve the pathway of care for people with hearing loss by removing ear wax prior to any referral for audiology assessment. • To provide equitable timely access to micro suction in primary care and community settings and reduce unnecessary referrals to secondary care. • To ensure that micro-suction is appropriate, necessary, clinically correct, of high quality, with timely access • To ensure equity of access across the CCG population. NHS North Kirklees CCG intends to award a contract to the three highest scoring providers for this service. The tariff for this service will be £35 for one ear, £60 for two ears. The activity for this service has been capped at 2,600 overall per annum