HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER
The HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER (H&C NUMBER) uniquely identifies a PATIENT within the NHS in Northern Ireland.
Format / Length
n10
Description
HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER is the same as attribute HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER.
Also Known As
This data element is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias |
|---|---|
| Plural | HEALTH AND CARE NUMBERS |
| Short name | H&C NUMBER |
Where Used
| Type | Link | How used |
|---|---|---|
| Data Element | HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER | references in description HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER |
| Data Set | National Joint Registry Data Set - Common Details | references in description HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER |
| Data Set | National Neonatal Data Set - Two Year Neonatal Outcomes Assessment | references in description HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER |
