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Learn what Lipoprotein(a) means, why high Lp(a) can raise heart and stroke risk, who should consider testing and how results are interpreted.
Ranked list of the top GP practices in Bedford based on published CQC ratings and inspection dates.
Updated using the latest published CQC inspection data (latest inspection date in this area: 2025-09-25).
Ranked by computed score (overall + domain ratings + freshness).
| # | Name | Town | Postcode | CQC rating | Inspection date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Score: 37
MK42 8QD
|
BEDFORD | MK42 8QD | Good | 2021-12-14 |
| 2 |
Score: 36
MK40 1DS
|
BEDFORD | MK40 1DS | Good | 2018-12-24 |
| 3 |
Score: 36
MK41 6GA
|
BEDFORD | MK41 6GA | Good | 2017-03-29 |
| 4 |
Score: 36
MK40 4HR
|
BEDFORD | MK40 4HR | Good | 2016-11-17 |
| 5 |
Score: 36
MK43 9JJ
|
BEDFORD | MK43 9JJ | Good | 2016-11-03 |
| 6 |
Score: 36
MK42 0NT
|
BEDFORD | MK42 0NT | Good | 2016-08-26 |
| 7 |
Score: 36
MK44 3HX
|
BEDFORD | MK44 3HX | Good | 2016-07-19 |
| 8 |
Score: 36
MK44 1PZ
|
BEDFORD | MK44 1PZ | Good | 2016-07-14 |
| 9 |
Score: 36
MK43 7DX
|
BEDFORD | MK43 7DX | Good | 2016-07-11 |
| 10 |
Score: 36
MK40 2NT
|
BEDFORD | MK40 2NT | Good | 2016-02-18 |
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