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Thursday 30 September 2010
Thursday 1 July 2010
AT LAST!
We have just been advised that, as of today, North Yorkshire and York PCT will fund one cycle of IVF for all eligible couples. Not that this should really be a reason to celebrate - they should NEVER have withdrawn this essential medical procedure which is recommended by NICE.
Let's just hope that the (granted essential) Government-led squeeze on spending doesn't give them an excuse to withdraw it again any time soon - it shouldn't because the Government has promised to ring-fence NHS spending. But we have good reason, given what has gone on in the past, not to hold out too much hope here in North Yorkshire.
So - fingers crossed for all you lucky couples out there in North Yorkshire who finally have an opportunity to try for a family and let's hope you are all successful!
If anyone would like any further details, they can call the PCT or call Sue Redshaw directly on 07786 250721
Let's just hope that the (granted essential) Government-led squeeze on spending doesn't give them an excuse to withdraw it again any time soon - it shouldn't because the Government has promised to ring-fence NHS spending. But we have good reason, given what has gone on in the past, not to hold out too much hope here in North Yorkshire.
So - fingers crossed for all you lucky couples out there in North Yorkshire who finally have an opportunity to try for a family and let's hope you are all successful!
If anyone would like any further details, they can call the PCT or call Sue Redshaw directly on 07786 250721
Thursday 8 April 2010
A response from the PCT
We have contacted the PCT to comment on the delay in provision of IVF from April as promised and have had this rather ambiguous response.
We do appreciate that the provision of IVF is an emotive subject and in order to ensure that everyone across the whole of Yorkshire and Humber region has equity of access, we have been working with other NHS organisations as part of the region-wide Specialised Commissioning Group to establish a minimum standard that patients can expect wherever they live within the region.
We had hoped that the change would take effect from April 2010 but in order to ensure a consistent approach across Yorkshire and the Humber, the view is that it is likely to come into effect from July 2010.
We appreciate that this delay will be disappointing for some; however it is vital that we use this opportunity to finally establish a fair and equitable approach to the commissioning of IVF services.
If you have any further queries, please contact PALS on 0800 068 8000.
We don't really believe that any changes will come into effect in July - after all they are very good at not keeping to promises and seem happy to continue to ignore all Government and NICE guidelines on IVF provision. It is also somewhat ironic that they cite 'equity' as a reason to delay the provision after some three years of inequity with the vast majority of PCTs across the country. But, as excuses go, it is one.
We do appreciate that the provision of IVF is an emotive subject and in order to ensure that everyone across the whole of Yorkshire and Humber region has equity of access, we have been working with other NHS organisations as part of the region-wide Specialised Commissioning Group to establish a minimum standard that patients can expect wherever they live within the region.
We had hoped that the change would take effect from April 2010 but in order to ensure a consistent approach across Yorkshire and the Humber, the view is that it is likely to come into effect from July 2010.
We appreciate that this delay will be disappointing for some; however it is vital that we use this opportunity to finally establish a fair and equitable approach to the commissioning of IVF services.
If you have any further queries, please contact PALS on 0800 068 8000.
We don't really believe that any changes will come into effect in July - after all they are very good at not keeping to promises and seem happy to continue to ignore all Government and NICE guidelines on IVF provision. It is also somewhat ironic that they cite 'equity' as a reason to delay the provision after some three years of inequity with the vast majority of PCTs across the country. But, as excuses go, it is one.
Tuesday 6 April 2010
Latest from the PCT
I have heard that the PCT has delayed its implementation of IVF provision as it promised it would do starting in April. More from us when we find out more from them.
Tuesday 26 January 2010
An ambiguous answer from the PCT
I have just asked whether or not the subject of today's news article would have an impact on the funding for IVF in our region.
THIS IS WHAT I ASKED
Can you confirm whether or not this will have any impact on the PCTs announcement that they will re-instate IVF funding from April 2010?
AND THEIR RESPONSE
All I can say is that it is the PCT's intention at present to commission one full cycle w/e/f April 2010
Make of it what you will.
THIS IS WHAT I ASKED
Can you confirm whether or not this will have any impact on the PCTs announcement that they will re-instate IVF funding from April 2010?
AND THEIR RESPONSE
All I can say is that it is the PCT's intention at present to commission one full cycle w/e/f April 2010
Make of it what you will.
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