Version: 1.0.3 | Published: 3 May 2024 | Updated: 580 days ago

NHS Number

Dataset

Summary

Type:
Information standards
Topics:
  • Access to records
  • Appointment / scheduling
  • Continuity of care
  • Data definitions and terminologies
  • Demographics
  • Key care information
  • Patient communication
  • Referrals
Care Settings:
  • Community health
  • GP / Primary care
  • Hospital
  • Maternity
  • Mental health
  • Urgent and Emergency Care

Documentation

Description:
This is an overarching standard, supplemented by two use cases for its use in general practice and secondary care.
Dependencies:
No known dependencies.

Document Control

Technical Committee:
Information Standards Board for Health and Social Care (ISB)
Mandated:
Yes
Status:
active

Legal Authorities

Legal Authority:
Section 250 of the Health and Social Care Act 2012
Legal Authority Description:
This information standard is published under section 250 of the Health and Social Care Act 2012