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NHS dentists in Herefordshire and Worcestershire delay complex care due to flat-rate funding, prompting April 2026 reforms to improve access.
Health officials in Herefordshire and Worcestershire report that NHS dentists are favoring simpler treatments due to a funding model that pays the same for all procedures, regardless of complexity, causing delays for patients needing advanced care.
While Worcestershire has improved in access rankings, the system discourages treatment of complex cases, prompting changes effective April 2026: dentists must reserve 8% of appointments for urgent care, and commissioners gain power to replace underperforming practices.
Officials say the outdated national contract, unchanged since 2006, undermines prevention and worsens dental health over time.
Los dentistas del NHS en Herefordshire y Worcestershire retrasan la atención compleja debido a la financiación a tarifa plana, lo que provocó reformas en abril de 2026 para mejorar el acceso.