Question reference: S6W-25327
- Asked by: Dr. Sandesh Gulhane, MSP for Glasgow, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
- Date lodged: 7 February 2024 Registered interest
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Current status: Answered by Jenni Minto on 29 February 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the new payments system that has been introduced in Scottish pharmacy services.
Answer
The Scottish Government is aware that following the introduction of the new Data Capture and Validation Pricing (nDCVP) system by NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), there have been some issues regarding payments being made to community pharmacy contractors. The Scottish Government has been assured by NSS that any incorrect payments are being rectified and Scottish Government officials are monitoring the situation, with all parties seeking a full resolution as swiftly as possible.