NHS England remains committed to linking provider payments to quality, but recognises that the current mechanisms need further work.
After the material change in the current year to an aligned payment incentive approach, the next year changes will be minimal
The HFMA provide a response on behalf of member opinions relating to the proposed changes to the national tariff payment system for 2022/23.
NHS England and NHS Improvement have proposed removing the requirement to sign up to a system collaboration and financial management agreement.
The HFMA respond to the national consultation documents on behalf of member opinion.
Next year’s move to an aligned payment and incentive system is a step in the right direction, but more ambition will be needed in future.
Proposals for a revised payment system would mean the whole NHS in England using the same approach, but even more radical changes could lie ahead.
The financial framework must be specifically designed to support system working