North Solihull PCN

What North Solihull PCN does

North Solihull PCN is an NHS Primary Care Network coordinating five constituent GP practices — Castle Practice, Croft Medical Centre, Coventry Road Practice, Kingshurst Medical Practice, and Parkfield Medical Centre — in the North Solihull area of Birmingham, England. It serves a registered patient population of 36,882 under the NHS Long Term Plan framework, with funding flowing from NHS England via the Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. The network operates as a statutory sub-committee of the ICB rather than a commercial entity.

The PCN delivers a coordinated portfolio of primary care services including an Enhanced Access Hub (6:30pm-8pm weekdays and 9am-5pm Saturdays), seasonal COVID-19 and Flu vaccination clinics, NHS Health Checks for adults aged 40-74, phlebotomy, structured medication reviews, and learning disability resources. Its clinical workforce is augmented through the NHS Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS), comprising first contact physiotherapists, clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, paramedics, nursing associates, health and wellbeing coaches, social prescribing link workers, and care coordinators. The digital infrastructure comprises NHS App integration, NHS 111 online services, and a website built on the My Surgery Website platform with UserWay accessibility tooling and WCAG 2.2 AA compliance. Partnerships with community pharmacies (Pharmacy First), Solihull Council, Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and voluntary-sector bodies (Stroke Association, MENCAP, getUBetter) extend the care delivery footprint.

The business model is NHS-funded primary care with services free at the point of delivery. North Solihull PCN generates no commercial revenue; funding flows from NHS England via the ICB under the Network Contract DES to support workforce expansion and service coordination. There is no private pricing, no investor ownership, and no commercial go-to-market motion. Patient access is via GP practice registration, NHS App bookings, and NHS 111 referrals. The entity has no equity, no debt instruments, and operates within a fully publicly-funded commissioning structure.

Name

North Solihull PCN

Legal name

North Solihull Primary Care Network

Website

https://northsolihullpcn.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

North Solihull PCN is an NHS Primary Care Network coordinating five GP practices in Birmingham, England, serving 36,882 registered patients through NHS-funded primary care services including extended hours, vaccinations, and ARRS clinical specialist roles.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Primary Healthcare Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (62111), Social Assistance (624)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Primary Care Networks, Groups & MSOs (HLAFAGAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Independent Primary Care Practices (HLAFAGAA)

Keywords

• Primary care network
• NHS GP services
• Public healthcare
• Vaccination clinics
• Enhanced access

Headquarters

HQ city

Castle Bromwich

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. NHS Primary Care Funding: As a Primary Care Network, North Solihull PCN is funded through NHS England to deliver coordinated health and social care services. Funding supports recruitment of additional healthcare roles including pharmacists, physiotherapists, social prescribers, and physician associates. Services are free at point of delivery to NHS-registered patients.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

North Solihull PCN is a Primary Care Network that coordinates 5 GP practices in North Solihull to deliver coordinated, personalised health and social care to a registered population of 36,882. Services include enhanced access appointments, NHS Health Checks, vaccinations, phlebotomy, structured medication reviews, and access to additional PCN workforce roles such as clinical pharmacists, first contact physiotherapists, social prescribing link workers, paramedics, and care coordinators. All services are free at point of delivery, funded through NHS England.

Product overview

North Solihull Primary Care Network is a coordination of 5 GP practices serving 36,882 patients, offering a unified portfolio of primary care services through both individual practice locations and network-wide programs. The core offering includes Enhanced Access Hub for extended-hours appointments, COVID and Flu Vaccination Clinic, NHS Health Checks, Phlebotomy services, and Structured Medication Reviews. Additional clinical services are delivered through specialized PCN workforce roles including First Contact Physiotherapists, Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Paramedics, Nursing Associates, Health and Wellbeing Coaches, Social Prescribing Link Workers, and Care Coordinators. The network also provides learning disability resources, vaccination scheduling information, and NHS App digital support to complement traditional healthcare delivery.

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• PCN Services A coordinated set of primary care services delivered through a network of 5 general practices, offering enhanced access, vaccinations, health checks, and specialist roles including pharmacists, physiotherapists, and social prescribers.
• Enhanced Access Hub Extended hours primary care service operating 6:30pm-8pm weekdays and 9am-5pm on Saturdays, based at Croft Medical Centre and Coventry Road Practice, enabling access to appointments outside normal surgery hours.
• COVID and Flu Vaccination Clinic Seasonal vaccination service providing COVID-19 and influenza immunizations to eligible populations, with appointments available through GP practices, email booking, and the National Booking System.
• NHS Health Checks Preventive health screening for adults aged 40-74, including blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar testing, designed to identify early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and dementia.
• Phlebotomy (Blood Tests) Blood testing service available at multiple practice locations and on Saturday mornings at the Enhanced Access Hub, with walk-in facilities from 9am to 12 noon subject to capacity.
• Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs) Comprehensive medication management consultation allowing patients to discuss their medicines, address concerns, and ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes with their medication regimen.
• First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) Qualified independent clinical practitioners who assess, diagnose, and treat complex muscle and joint conditions, reducing hospital referrals and providing rapid access to musculoskeletal care.
• Social Prescribing Link Worker (SPLW) Non-clinical support role connecting patients to community resources, volunteer opportunities, and social support services to improve health and wellbeing through social interventions.
• Clinical Pharmacist Medicine expertise service providing medication reviews, prescription management, side effect counseling, and support for patients with long-term conditions like asthma, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
• Pharmacy Technician Support role assisting clinical pharmacists with audits, discharge management, prescription issuing, and patient communication within the PCN pharmacy team.
• Paramedic Emergency-trained practitioners managing routine and urgent appointments, home visits, wound care, and support for patients with conditions including falls, urinary tract infections, and respiratory issues.
• Nursing Associate & Trainee Nursing Associate Support role bridging healthcare assistants and registered nurses, providing health checks, healthy living advice, wound care, and blood sampling across general practice settings.
• Health and Wellbeing Coaches Coaching service using health coaching skills to support people in developing knowledge, skills, and confidence to manage their health, with access to self-management education, peer support, and social prescribing.
• Care Coordinator Central point of contact helping patients with extra support needs navigate the health and care system, preparing for appointments, monitoring health needs, and coordinating care access.
• Learning Disability Resources Specialized health resources and support for patients with learning disabilities, including annual health checks, easy read materials, health facilitation teams, and autism services.
• Vaccination Schedule Comprehensive vaccination schedule checklist for all UK age groups, from infant immunizations at 2 months to shingles vaccination for those over 70.
• NHS App Support Guidance and resources for patients using the NHS App to access services including appointment booking, repeat prescriptions, health record access, and 111 online consultations.
• GP Practice Network Five general practices forming the North Solihull Primary Care Network: The Castle Practice, Croft Medical Centre, Coventry Road Practice, Kingshurst Medical Practice, and Parkfield Medical Centre, serving a total population of 36,882.

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NHS EnglandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNHS England funds and regulates Primary Care Networks as part of the NHS Long Term Plan. North Solihull PCN operates under NHS governance frameworks and receives funding to deliver coordinated care services.
• Birmingham and Solihull ICBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIntegrated Care Board overseeing healthcare commissioning in Birmingham and Solihull. Works with PCNs to coordinate health services and improve waiting times for community therapy and mental health services.
• Solihull CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal authority partnership providing 'Here to Help' services. PCN works with social care providers across the local area.
• Good Things Foundation (National Digital Inclusion Network)minorOthersCharitable organisation providing digital support centres to help people who struggle with technology or the internet learn how to use smartphones and access digital health services.
• MENCAPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharity providing advice and support for people with learning disabilities and their families/carers. Provides accessible easy read information about health services including cancer screening.
• Stroke AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing Birmingham and Solihull Stroke Recovery Service offering coordinated support, home visits, emotional support, and signposting for stroke survivors and carers.
• Solihull Stroke ClubminorOthersLocal stroke survivor support group meeting weekly for social activities, exercises, and peer support.
• Solihull Stroke SurvivorsminorOthersVolunteer-run support group providing friendship and support in a relaxed environment for stroke survivors.
• Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional body representing physiotherapists. FCPs trained under CSP guidance for assessing and treating muscle and joint conditions.
• Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth facilitation team supporting adults with learning disabilities in Solihull, providing health promotion, interventions, and accessible information.
• Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvider of community healthcare services including the Birmingham Community Learning Disability Team serving people with learning disabilities.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Modality Partnership: Large multi-practice primary care partnership operating across England with super-partnership structure akin to PCNs. Directly comparable to North Solihull PCN as both coordinate multiple GP practices to deliver extended primary care services under NHS contracts.
• Federated4Health: NHS primary care federation operating across multiple GP practices in London. Directly comparable operating model to North Solihull PCN in coordinating practice-level primary care delivery and additional PCN workforce roles.
• Operose Health (formerly The Practice Group): One of England's largest GP network operators running dozens of NHS practices with central coordination. Comparable as a multi-site primary care delivery organisation working within NHS commissioning frameworks.
• Atrium Health (NHS PCN federation): Federation of NHS GP practices coordinating services across multiple sites. Comparable to North Solihull PCN as both operate multi-practice networks delivering NHS primary care services including additional roles and extended access.

Peers

• Babylon Health (GP at Hand):

Regional players

• Greensand Health Network: NHS Primary Care Network serving a defined regional catchment in Bedfordshire with similar multi-practice structure and additional roles workforce. Comparable as a peer PCN operating in a different geography from North Solihull.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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