A Lincolnshire GP practice has closed unexpectedly, with the NHS unable to say when it will reopen.
The Cliff Villages Medical Practice, which covers the North Kesteven villages of Navenby and Waddington, has had its CQC (Care Quality Commission) registration removed.
Health services say this is for “administration reasons”, and it will be unable to deliver services from the surgery on Grantham Road in Navenby until it’s reinstated.
Patients have been told postponed appointments will be rearranged, and medicine which has already been ordered can be collected as usual.
A statement on the practice’s website says: “We regret to inform you that the practice is temporarily closed.
“All appointments already held will be rearranged. There is no requirement to register with a new practice.
“Please be assured, we are still doing our best for our patients and we will keep you as informed as we can.”
Staff are still available at the practice to answer urgent queries.
The NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board says it’s working with the practice to ensure it can reopen as soon as possible.
“This temporary closure is due to the removal of the practice’s Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration,” it says on its website.
“CQC registration is a legal requirement for providing NHS services. This removal is due to administrative reasons.
“We understand this may feel unsettling, but please be assured your care will continue, your records are secure, and you will be kept fully informed about next steps.”
Patients needing urgent medical care can call 111, or 999 in emergencies, and pharmacies can also help with minor issues.