Former CQC Inspector | 12+ Years’ Regulatory Experience
Received a CQC Draft Report? Get Expert Support With Your Factual Accuracy Response
My expert support provides a calm, credible, and thorough review process to address inaccuracies in your draft report. I help you navigate regulatory complexities with evidence-based responses that protect your service's reputation.
Important: The factual accuracy response period is usually 10 working days.
Have you received a CQC draft report?
Receiving a draft CQC report can be a period of significant pressure for any healthcare provider. The short deadline and need to link each comment to clear supporting evidence can create additional pressure at an already difficult time. Navigating these requirements demands precision and clarity to ensure your service is represented fairly and accurately.
How I can help
What Your Review Can Include
Accuracy of factual data and timeframes presented in the draft report findings.
Identification of evidence that was available during assessment but omitted from the report.
Challenges to findings that lack a clear evidence base or objective foundation.
Review of proportionality in regulatory scores based on the provided quality statements.
Correction of out-of-date information regarding service management and leadership structures.
Clarification on client and staff feedback that may have been misinterpreted during assessment.
Analysis of relevant evidence that existed at the time of the assessment but may not have been fully considered.
Formal written responses that address regulatory concerns with objective evidence and professionalism.
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After your initial enquiry, I will explain how to provide the relevant report and supporting documents. Please do not send patient-identifiable information through the general website enquiry form.
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How the service works
Review
I perform a detailed analysis, identifying factual accuracy points that may warrant a response and assessing the strength of your supporting evidence.
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Respond
Depending on the service selected, you will receive either written recommendations, feedback on your response or a structured draft factual accuracy response.
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Transparent Pricing for Expert Support
Initial Draft Report Review
£295
Ideal for smaller services with focused draft reports.
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Review of a draft report of up to 20 pages
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Identification of potential factual inaccuracies
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Identification of potentially incomplete or unsupported findings
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Written summary of the strongest points
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30-minute feedback call
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No drafting of the response to CQC
Main Option
Detailed Review and Response Guidance
£695
The comprehensive review for most services.
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Review of a draft report of up to 40 pages
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Review of up to 10 relevant supporting documents
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Identification and prioritisation of factual accuracy points
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Comments on the strength and relevance of supporting evidence
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Structured written recommendations for the response
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60-minute consultation
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Review of the provider’s completed response before submission
Full Factual Accuracy Response Support
From £1,250
Advanced support for complex reports and multi-site providers.
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Full review of the draft report
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Detailed review of relevant supporting evidence
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Identification of inaccurate, incomplete or potentially unsupported findings
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Preparation of a structured draft factual accuracy response
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Evidence cross-referencing
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Discussion of potential scoring or rating implications
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Up to two rounds of amendments
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Final review before submission
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Priority communication during the agreed review period
Note: Urgent reviews, lengthy reports, and complex cases may require a bespoke quotation.
Why Work With Me?
Regulatory Insight From a Former CQC Inspector
Responding to a CQC draft report requires more than identifying simple spelling mistakes or incorrect dates. A strong factual accuracy response should clearly identify inaccurate or incomplete information, explain why a finding may not be supported by the available evidence and present relevant evidence in a clear and structured way.
With more than 12 years’ experience working as a CQC inspector, I understand how inspection evidence is reviewed, how findings are developed and how information is used when producing reports. I can provide an independent, detailed review of your draft report and help you prepare a focused, evidence-based response.
My support is practical, independent and tailored to the circumstances of your service. I will help you distinguish between a genuine factual accuracy issue and a general disagreement with CQC’s professional judgement, allowing you to focus your response on the points most likely to require proper consideration.
More than 12 years’ experience as a CQC inspector
Detailed understanding of CQC reports and inspection evidence
Independent and evidence-based review
Practical support tailored to your service and deadline
Answers to common questions about CQC draft reports, factual accuracy checks and how the review service works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Request a CQC Draft Report Review
Please complete the form below with information about your draft report, concerns and submission deadline. I will review the information and contact you to discuss the most appropriate level of support.
Alternatively, you can contact us directly by email hello@cqcconsultancy.net for an immediate discussion.
Important Information
The CQC Factual Accuracy Support service provided by CQC Consultancy is intended to assist health and social care providers in reviewing draft reports and identifying potential areas for clarification or correction. Please note that this service does not constitute legal advice, and CQC Consultancy is not a law firm. While we strive to provide the most accurate and up-to-date guidance based on over 12 years of regulatory experience, the final responsibility for the submission and content of any factual accuracy challenge rests solely with the provider. CQC Consultancy cannot guarantee any specific outcome from the Care Quality Commission's review process. All trademarks and regulatory names are the property of their respective owners. By using this service, you acknowledge that our support is advisory in nature and limited to the professional expertise shared during the engagement.