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14/06/2013
Health Secretary Calls For Opt Out Surgeons To Be Named
Following the news that consultant surgeons will legally be allowed to opt out of supply performance data for a new NHS ratings system, health secretary Jeremy Hunt has said that those who refuse, should be named.
Mr Hunt said: "Subject to proper risk adjustment of the data there can be no valid reason why it should not be published.
"In an era of public concern over patient safety issues this will be a major step forward in restoring public confidence."
The new league tables, which will cover 10 specialities are due to be published next week.
(MH/CD)
Mr Hunt said: "Subject to proper risk adjustment of the data there can be no valid reason why it should not be published.
"In an era of public concern over patient safety issues this will be a major step forward in restoring public confidence."
The new league tables, which will cover 10 specialities are due to be published next week.
(MH/CD)
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