This data item is / was included in the following data sets / collections between the dates shown:
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NCCHD |
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This is the best unique identifier both for use at local level, and linking to children receiving care/treatment in any part of the NHS system.
To maintain patient confidentiality, the number is encrypted and used only as a linkage data item. It is not written to NCCHD.
See NHS Number