⚡ Quick Summary
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust has issued a tender notice for the re-implementation and support of the maternity component of its Cerner Millennium electronic patient record (EPR) system. The aim is to enhance the current platform’s usage and data quality.
💡 Key Details
- Contract Notice Date: 5 February 2025
- Contract Value: £200,000
- Contract Duration: 11 April 2025 to 10 October 2025
- Submission Deadline: 1pm on 7 March 2025 via the Atamis e-Commercial Portal
📈 Objectives of the Enhancement
- The trust aims to improve usage and address data quality issues within the maternity EPR.
- The upgrade will encompass the entire maternity department, including community services.
- There are plans to digitize legacy systems as part of this initiative.
👩⚕️ Trust’s Commitment to Improvement
A spokesperson from Croydon Health Services NHS Trust stated:
“Since the implementation of the Millennium EPR for maternity in 2015, we have continually sought to enhance our care delivery for expectant parents. Our clinical and digital teams are collaborating closely to ensure they have the necessary tools to implement these improvements and comply with national data reporting requirements.”
🌍 Broader Context in Maternity EPRs
- The Welsh government announced plans in January 2025 to roll out an electronic health record (EHR) and app for mothers-to-be, allowing instant access to their maternity records.
- The Badger Net app from System C is expected to be available across Wales by March 2026, providing tailored updates and messaging.
- Other trusts, such as University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, have already implemented the BadgerNet EPR in their maternity services.