ARRS Roles Explained
The Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) was brought in as part of the government’s manifesto 2019 to improve access to your GP practice.
Through the scheme, Sutton Primary Care Networks can claim reimbursement for a number of new roles that are deployed to GP practices across Sutton.
The scheme works by expanding the number of roles within your GP practice.
These new healthcare professionals are based in GP Practices and include Mental Health Practitioners, Health and Wellbeing Coaches and Paramedics (Home Visiting Service) amongst many more!
Whilst you may still see familiar staff at your GP practice such as doctors and nurses, you may now also see one of our specialist healthcare professionals who can assist with specific health problems and queries.
Goals of the ARRS
Some of the aims of the ARRS include:
- To enhance the overall quality of care you receive.
- Reduce the waiting times
- Relieve pressure on GPs
- Offer you the right treatment you need sooner.
- Promote a more efficient and effective healthcare system
You can find out more about the different ARRS roles in Sutton practices by going to Our Services and clicking one of the roles.
