Dr Chidambaram Balachander

25 Wouldham Road, Rochester, ME1 3JY
CQC Rating Good
Data: Care Quality Commission (Open Government Licence)

Inspection Details

Last inspected
23 December 2019
Report published
23 December 2019
Local authority
Medway
Provider
Dr Chidambaram Balachander and Dr Nickila Balachander

Inspection Results by Category

CQC inspects GP surgeries across five key areas:

Safe

Good

Are patients protected from abuse and avoidable harm?

Effective

Good

Does care, treatment and support achieve good outcomes?

Caring

Good

Do staff involve and treat people with compassion and respect?

Responsive

Good

Are services organised so they meet people's needs?

Well-led

Good

Is the practice well managed, learning and improving?

⚠ Inspection May Be Overdue

This practice was last inspected approximately 6 years ago. CQC typically re-inspects GP practices every 2–3 years. The current rating may not reflect the practice's present standard of care.

What Does This Rating Mean?

A Good rating means this practice is performing well and meeting all required CQC standards. Patients can expect safe, effective, and caring treatment. Approximately 76% of GP practices in England are rated Good.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CQC rating for Dr Chidambaram Balachander?

Dr Chidambaram Balachander is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. This means the practice meets all required CQC standards and patients can expect safe, effective care.

When was Dr Chidambaram Balachander last inspected?

Dr Chidambaram Balachander was last inspected on 23 December 2019. The full report is available on the CQC website.

Can I register at Dr Chidambaram Balachander?

Contact Dr Chidambaram Balachander directly or use the NHS website to check if they are currently accepting new patients in Rochester.

What does a Good CQC rating mean?

A Good rating means the practice performs well and meets all key CQC standards across the five inspection areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led. Around 76% of GP practices in England hold a Good rating.

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