Getting your NHS number
When you register with a GP practice you’ll receive a letter with your NHS number
. If you are not able to find your NHS number, you can use the Find your NHS number service or contact your GP practice for help.
Your medical or Health and Social Care records are held at your GP surgery, in hospitals or health and social care facilities you’ve had any appointments or treatment at, or by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service. You can request a copy of your records, though there may be a cost.
Where can I get my HCN number?
You should also be able to find your NHS Number
on any letter or document you have received from the NHS, including prescriptions, test results, and hospital referral or appointment letters
. If you cannot find your NHS Number in these ways, you can ask your GP practice to help you.
Is my NHS Number on my EHIC card?
Everyone registered with the NHS in England and Wales has their own unique NHS Number.
Your NHS Number is printed on your medical card given to you when you register with a GP practice
.
Is your Chi number your NHS Number?
Description. The COMMUNITY HEALTH INDEX NUMBER (CHI NUMBER) uniquely identifies a PATIENT on the Community Health Index (Scotland) within the NHS in Scotland.
It is the equivalent of the NHS NUMBER in England and Wales
.
Is NHS Number same as NI number?
Is my NHS Number the same as my National Insurance (NI) number?
No, your NHS Number is different from your National Insurance (NI) number
, which is used for tax, benefits and pensions.
Do I need NHS Number to register?
It’s free to register.
You do not need proof of address or immigration status, ID or an NHS number
. GP surgeries are usually the first contact if you have a health problem. They can treat many conditions and give health advice.
How do I contact GHIC?
or by calling
0300 330 1350 from the UK or +44 191 279 0575 from abroad
. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm, and Saturday 9am to 3pm (UK time).
Is NHS number same as HCN?
Description. The HEALTH AND CARE NUMBER (H&C NUMBER) uniquely identifies a PATIENT within the NHS in Northern Ireland.
It is the equivalent of the NHS NUMBER in England and Wales
.
Do you have an NHS Number in Scotland?
The NHS Number is a unique identifier used to consistently identify patients across the health and social care system. There are three separate NHS Number systems: one for England, Wales and the Isle of Man;
one for Scotland
; and, one for Northern Ireland.
What does your NHS number look like?
Your NHS number is a
10 digit number
, like 485 777 3456. You do not need to know your NHS number to use NHS services, but it can be useful to have it.
Can I check if my EHIC card is valid?
Check if your EHIC’s due for renewal
It’s easy to check the expiry date of your EHIC – it’s the date at the bottom right of the card, where it says, er, ‘expiry date’
. EHICs last five years, and you can apply to renew one up to six months before it’s due to expire.
Can you renew an expired EHIC card?
How do I renew my card?
You must apply to renew your Card as they are not reissued automatically when they expire
. You will need your old EHIC number and your PPS number. If you have changed address or your name, you will need to contact your Local Health Office.
What does a CHI number look like?
The current CHI number consists of
the 6 digit Date of Birth (DDMMYY) followed by a 3 digit sequence number and a check digit
. The ninth digit is always even for females and odd for males.
How do I find my NI number online?
- your payslip.
- your P60.
- your tax returns.
- official letters about tax, pensions or benefits.
What do I do if I don’t have an NHS Number?
If you cannot find your NHS Number at home, you can
ask your GP practice to help you
. They should be able to provide the number for you as long as you are registered with them. To protect your privacy, you may be asked to show a passport, driving licence or some other proof of identity.
How long does it take to register with NHS?
Registering takes
around 15 minutes
. We’ll ask questions about: your name and address. the name and address of the GP practice you’re currently registered with, if you have one.
Is NHS free for foreigners?
Those who are not ordinarily resident in the UK, including former UK residents, are overseas visitors and may be charged for NHS services
. Treatment in A&E departments and at GP surgeries remains free for all.
