These searches help practices identify patients with Atrial Fibrillation where QOF-related actions may still be needed to meet indicators AF006 (stroke risk assessment) and AF008 (anticoagulation for high-risk patients). The searches are designed for use throughout the year and are especially valuable during the final months of QOF.

🔍 [AF006] One invitation sent

AF patients who have received one invitation for a atrial fibrillation care review. Sending a second invitation will allow these patients to be exception-reported if they do not attend.

🔍 [AF006] Two invitations sent

AF patients who have received two invitations and not responded. These patients can now be exception-reported under AF006 if no further engagement occurs.

🔍 [AF008] One invitation sent

AF patients who have received one invitation to discuss anticoagulation. Sending a second invitation will allow these patients to be exception-reported if they do not attend.

🔍 [AF008] Two invitations sent

AF patients who have received two invitations but are not on anticoagulation. These patients can now be exception-reported under AF008 if no further engagement occurs.

🔍 AF with no CHA2DS2-VASc

AF patients with no recorded CHA₂DS₂-VASc score. These patients are not eligible for achievement under AF006 until the risk score is added.

🧾 REVIEW | AF008 with CHADS2VASC raised but no DOAC

Patients with raised stroke risk scores (CHA₂DS₂-VASc ≥2) who are not on anticoagulation and do not have an exception code. Review these cases to either start treatment or code a valid exception.