PSOW (Public Services Ombudsman for Wales) Resolved / Early Resolution

A GP Practice in the area of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

PSOW-202200632 · Health › Clinical treatment outside hospital; GP · Decision date: 06 July 2022

Full Decision

Clinical treatment outside hospital; GP : A GP Practice in the area of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Report Date 06/07/2022 Case Against A GP Practice in the area of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Subject Clinical treatment outside hospital; GP Case Reference Number 202200632 Outcome Early resolution Mr X complained that the Practice failed toappropriately change his pain relief medication as instructed by the hospitaland failed to issue a repeat prescription.

The Ombudsman found that whilst the Practice responded to Mr X’s concerns, it had done so verbally. It had not offered its response in writing in line with policy. The Practice therefore agreed to issue a full written complaint response by no later than 14 July 2022.