What is Care Quality Commission?

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the independent regulator of health and adult social care services in England. CQC inspects and rates providers — including care homes, GP practices and dental surgeries — as Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement or Inadequate. Operating a regulated service without CQC registration is a criminal offence. Reports and ratings are published on the CQC website.

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