Medicines records
Compare the agreed paper or electronic records to identify missing entries and conflicting information.
Independent domiciliary care review
Medicines Safety Audit
Review medicines records, gaps and recurring errors, and check how staff have followed up concerns.
See what the review coversWhen this review helps
Useful when medicines records contain gaps or conflicting information. The review can also help you trace what happened after a missed dose, reported error or repeated concern.
The agreed sample
What we can check
We agree the records, people and time period before work starts. The checks below help shape your review; they are not an unlimited review of every record.
Doses and changes
Look at how missed or refused doses, medicines taken when required and changes to medicines support are recorded.
Staff checks
Review evidence of staff skills and any spot checks included in the written quote.
Errors and follow-up
Trace recorded errors and recurring concerns to see what action was taken.
After the review
What you receive
Your quote sets out the report and follow-up included in the fee.
See an example audit reportFindings you can work from
A written account of the agreed checks, showing good practice, gaps and the evidence reviewed.
Actions in order of importance
An action plan identifying what needs attention, who will take it forward and the proposed timescales.
A discussion of the findings
A chance to work through the report and agree whether any further support is needed.
Before we start
We agree the sample, delivery method, timetable and fee in writing. Any correction support, re-audit or ongoing monitoring is clearly listed, with its own limits.
Please use the enquiry form for a brief description of your needs only. We agree a suitable way to share records before any personal care information is provided.
Read the client agreementImportant to know
The review does not authorise prescribing, dose changes or other clinical decisions.
The provider remains responsible for care and regulatory decisions. No review guarantees a CQC rating.
Your next step
Discuss this serviceTell us what needs a closer look
Describe the concern and the size of your service. We can then agree a sensible starting point.