Enhanced Access
More flexible GP appointments outside normal opening hours
Our Enhanced Access Service provides additional appointments with a GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) outside normal GP practice opening hours.
Appointments are available to patients registered with our participating PCN practices and may be offered face-to-face or by telephone, depending on availability and your clinical needs.
When is Enhanced Access available?
Monday to Friday
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Saturday
8:30am – 5:30pm
Appointments are provided at different GP practices across the PCN depending on the day.
Where are appointments available?
| Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 6:30pm – 8:00pm | Hoylake Road Medical Centre and Liscard Group Practice |
| Tuesday | 6:30pm – 8:00pm | Moreton Medical Centre and The Village Medical Centre |
| Wednesday | 6:30pm – 8:00pm | Hoylake & Meols Medical Centre and Central Park Medical Centre |
| Thursday | 6:30pm – 8:00pm | Moreton Group Practice, Manor Health Centre and Leasowe Medical Practice |
| Friday | 6:30pm – 8:00pm | Moreton Group Practice and Wallasey site alternating between Central Park Medical Centre, Liscard Group Practice, The Village Medical Centre and Manor Health Centre |
| Saturday | 8:30am – 5:30pm | Moreton Group Practice and Hoylake Road Medical Centre (alternating Saturdays) and Central Park Medical Centre and Liscard Group Practice (alternating Saturdays) |
How do I book an Enhanced Access appointment?
Enhanced Access appointments are booked through your registered GP practice.
Please contact your practice reception team and ask about Enhanced Access. They can check the available appointments and arrange an appointment at an appropriate participating PCN location.
You do not need to contact the PCN directly to book an Enhanced Access appointment.
What types of appointments are available?
Enhanced Access appointments may be offered with:
- A GP
- An Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)
Appointments may be face-to-face or by telephone, depending on the appointment available and your clinical needs.
Who can use Enhanced Access?
Enhanced Access is available to patients registered with our participating GP practices.
The service provides additional flexibility for patients who need an appointment outside their practice’s usual opening hours.
Your GP practice will advise whether an Enhanced Access appointment is appropriate for your needs.
Additional clinics
From time to time, additional clinics may be available through the Enhanced Access Service, including services such as immunisations and cervical screening.
Availability can vary, so please speak to your GP practice for further information.
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose which practice I attend?
Enhanced Access appointments are provided across different practices within the PCN. Your registered GP practice will check availability and arrange an appointment at a participating location.
Do I have to attend my usual GP practice?
No. You may be offered an appointment at another participating practice within the PCN. Your GP practice will tell you where your appointment will take place.
Can I have a telephone appointment?
Some Enhanced Access appointments are available by telephone. Your GP practice will advise you about the options available when booking.
Can I book directly with the Enhanced Access Service?
No. Enhanced Access appointments are booked through your registered GP practice.
Need an Enhanced Access appointment?
Speak to your GP practice reception team.
They can check availability and arrange an Enhanced Access appointment if one is appropriate for you.
