Abstract
Introduction of the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) with the General Medical Services (GMS) contract in 2004 brought a new dimension to target driven pay in general practice. QOF is a voluntary process for all surgeries in England and was introduced as part of the new GP contract.
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