Combs Lane, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 2SY
Combs Lane, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 2SY
Combs Ford Surgery is an NHS GP surgery located at Combs Lane, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 2SY. The practice serves 9,316 registered patients.
The practice holds a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), meeting expected standards across all areas, based on its most recent inspection on 8 September 2016. CQC rated the practice as: Safe (Good), Effective (Good), Caring (Good), Responsive (Good), Well-led (Outstanding). In the 2025 GP Patient Survey, 73% of respondents described their overall experience as good — broadly in line with the national average, which is broadly in line with the national average.
In December 2025, the practice delivered 4,213 appointments. 62% were face-to-face consultations, with 28% by telephone.
In terms of clinical outcomes, the practice has mixed results across key Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) indicators. Notable results include: COPD: review in the preceding 12 months (91%), Cervical screening: women aged 25–49 screened (81%), Cervical screening: women aged 50–64 screened (82%). Areas for monitoring include Diabetes: blood sugar well controlled (HbA1c ≤ 58 mmol/mol) at 64%.
Other GP practices nearby include Stowhealth (1 miles, CQC: Good), Suffolk Community Nurses (Stow Lodge) (1.3 miles), and Suffolk Community Nurses (Stow Lodge) (1.3 miles). Compare these practices side by side →
The practice has maintained a 'Good' rating since its last full inspection. All five key areas meet the expected standards of care.
All five key areas meet the expected standards of care.
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