The LOC has been made aware that some Lincolnshire optical practices are sending routine referrals direct to providers. The ICB has met with this particular provider and they are happy to start rejecting routine referrals back to the optical practice with the instruction to refer via the EACH. Please be reminded that ALL routine referrals should be …
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18 April 2023
Please review the updated Local Referrals Pathways, all routine referrals are now being processed by Lincolnshire EACH as of the 24th October 2022.
27 October 2022
Please view the correspondence for the attention of colleagues regarding masks below, this has been shared by the College of Optometrists so most should be aware. Mask Wearing – 5th July 2022
10 July 2022
LOCSU have a page for those who wish to get involved and participate in current, follow the link : research – LOCSU
21 June 2022
Love Your Lenses week is the 13th -19th June and ran by the BCLA, click the image below for the website with lots of helpful information and resources to use to raise awareness of the benefits of contact lenses and the importance of safe wear.
14 June 2022
For details of this years NOC, that will be face-to-face and held in Leeds on 10th – 12th October click here
14 June 2022
The UKHSA has updated its infection prevention and control measures for seasonal respiratory infection in health and care settings (including SARS-CoV-2) in England, the college has provided advice in addition to previously released green phase guidance. Click here to read the article.
1 June 2022
The General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) fees and claims process can be complex, so if you’re a performer or provider of GOS services in England, follow their advice on how to make accurate claims and avoiding reclaims by following this link: Making accurate claims in England
16 May 2022
LOCSU have this morning shared the latest edition of the bulletin, packed with useful information for LOCs and important signposting.
6 February 2026
Many primary eye care practices will be aware of the recent communication from ICBs and/or NHSE Regional Teams in which they requested practices sign up to the NHS Sexual Safety Charter.
6 February 2026
