Version: 1.0.2 | Published: 27 May 2024 | Updated: 556 days ago

National Diabetes Footcare Audit

Dataset

Summary

Type:
collections
Applies To:
All diabetes footcare services within NHS trusts in England.
Topics:
  • Care
  • Service
Care Settings:
  • GP / Primary care
  • Hospital
Alternate Name:
National Diabetes Footcare Audit (NDFA)

Documentation

Description:

The audit is a measurement system to support improvement in the quality of care of foot ulcers in people with diabetes and seeks to address three key questions:

  • Structures: are the nationally recommended care structures in place for the management of diabetic foot disease?
  • Processes: does the treatment of active diabetic foot disease comply with nationally recommended guidance?
  • Outcomes: are the outcomes of diabetic foot disease optimised?

Document Control

Scope:
All diabetes footcare services within NHS trusts in England.
Technical Committee:
Data Co-ordination Board (DCB)
Mandated:
Yes
Status:
active

Legal Authorities

Legal Authority:
Section 250 of the Health and Social Care Act 2012
Legal Authority Description:
This standard is published under section 250 of the Health and Social Care Act 2012.