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Implementation Guidance

GP Systems of Choice (GPSoC) supplier progress

To review the current position for GPSoC suppliers against DSCN 31/2008 follow the link:

http://www.connectingforhealth.nhs.uk/systemsandservices/gpsupport/gpsoc/systems/dscncompliance

Secondary care supplier progress

The current position for secondary care suppliers as advised to the national NHS Number team is contained in secondary supplier progress (xls, 148Kb).  This information is not updated by the NHS Number programme, however, it will allow you to understand which suppliers planned to meet the NHS Number standard and allow a conversation about current compliance position.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

If you have a question related to NHS Number please read the Frequently Asked Questions for staff which contains most common questions. After reviewing the FAQ document, if you do not find the answer to your question please contact nhsnumber@nhs.net for further help

Where can I get support

This support area is for NHS staff.

Guidance (PDF, 421Kb) has been published to support the NHS Number standard.

An NHS Number lead has been nominated from each Strategic Health Authority (SHA). View the list of NHS Number leads.

Interim Guidance

For care settings not yet covered by an NHS Number Standard please see our Interim Guidance.