Are you being affected by increased locum costs?

In November 2011, an article was published in Pulse magazine in relation to the shortage of locums driving GP practice costs “through the roof”. A national shortage of locums means that GP practices are having to pay increased rates through agencies, rather than being able to rely on independent locums.

This article cites that; according to Rosemary Smith, owner of medical accounting firm RS Accountancy, “the average GP surgery spends an estimate of between £5,000 and £20,000 a year on locums.”

Have you been affected by increased locum costs?
So this is what Pulse has to say, but is this something that you’ve noticed in your practice? Are your
locum costs starting to increase? We know that you have a locum policy already in place with us, but when was the last time that you reviewed your level of cover given the increase in the cost of locums? Remember; we can
cover you up to £3,000 per week, so make sure that your policy is offering the right level of protection for your needs so you’re not left out-of-pocket should you need to make a claim.

Don’t get caught out.
Making a change to your policy is quick and easy. Simply give us a call on 0800 013 7777 and we’ll make sure your fully covered, and make any changes over the phone. Alternatively, you can request more information or a call back at a convenient time for you by emailing us at info@towergatemia.co.uk.

*Towergate MIA insurance covers a range of reasons for absence from work including illness, injury, jury service, compassionate leave, winter sports injury and voluntary medical service. It does not cover absence from work
due to annual holiday entitlement, maternity or sabbatical leave. For full inclusions and exclusions, contact us.