A clear fee, a focused conversation and a practical plan. Appraisals are online and arranged around your schedule.
NHS annual appraisal
£249
For eligible dentists, therapists, hygienists and locums providing direct NHS care in general dental practice in England.
90-minute online appraisal focused on NHS work
Documented discussion and personal development plan
Summary to support your Compass self-declaration
Before booking, agree the external appraiser and any UDA/payment arrangements with your practice in writing. If eligible, the £213 contribution is claimed through Compass and credited to the practice contract as UDAs, not paid directly to you.
The £249 annual NHS appraisal and £213 funded contribution apply to the NHS England scheme only, subject to eligibility. Appraisals for NHS clinicians in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland follow different local arrangements. Send an enquiry before booking so Mikey can check whether an independent appraisal fits your country and contract.
For specialist, non-clinical, salaried service or military roles, send an enquiry to confirm the appraisal scope and fee before booking. VAT treatment is being confirmed; the final price and any applicable VAT will be made clear before booking. NHS-funded appraisals in the other UK nations are not included in the England funding claim.
Before you book an NHS appraisal in England
1. Check eligibility. You must provide direct NHS dental care and meet the activity and continuity criteria.
2. Agree the arrangement. Confirm with your practice that an external appraiser is acceptable, and agree any UDA/payment apportionment in writing.
3. Keep to the claim window. Self-declare in Compass within two months. The £213 contribution is credited to the contract as UDAs, not paid directly.
The funded appraisal covers NHS work only. Private practice or mixed NHS and private work is covered by a separate £350 service. NHS-funded appraisals are not for salaried NHS employees on NHS terms, foundation trainees or secure-estate contracts; check current eligibility guidance if unsure.
This service does not replace an employer-led appraisal for salaried dental staff. An employer must explicitly commission and agree any external arrangement.
