CQC inspections: how can practices challenge the results?

In its role as the regulator of general practice in England, the CQC monitors, reviews, inspects and rates surgeries across the country. Its priorities are to ensure that services are safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.

This article will answer some of the most common questions around what to expect when your practice / practices are inspected by the CQC, and what to do if you disagree with any of the findings.