How do I determine the NHS Number for a patient from another country within the United Kingdom, such as Wales?
A. Currently England, Wales and the Isle of Man share a set of common national demographic IT services. This means that demographic information for all patients registered in these countries is available from the Personal Demographics Service. Each patient has an NHS Number and can be treated in exactly the same way. Where patients from Scotland and Northern Ireland register with a primary care provider in England (or vice versa), their details are transferred by the primary care registration back office and will be available on the PDS. Detailed guidance for overseas visitors can be found on www.dh.gov.uk/overseasvisitors . The “overseas visitor” guidance is clear that the NHS Number is not to be linked to or confused with eligibility. People who are not eligible for free NHS treatment can and should still have an NHS Number where possible. Patients from the Channel Islands should be treated as overseas visitors.
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