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Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

North West · L7 8XP

www.liverpooluniversityhospitals.nhs.uk

Wait Score

F

CQC Rating

Not rated

About Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS trust in the North West region, based in L7 8XP. As of the latest data, there are 63,957 patients on the waiting list. 55.5% of patients are seen within the 18-week NHS target.

36.5pp gap
vs 92% NHS target
#380
of 416 trusts
→ Stable
-1pp (3 months)
Other Surgical
Longest wait (9,698 patients)

Waiting Times Overview

Median Wait

15.5 weeks

Within 18 Weeks

55.5%

Total Waiting

63,957

Over 52 Weeks

979

12-Month Trend (Median Wait)

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Waiting Times by Specialty

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Other Surgical(national)53.7%F
Ophthalmology(national)62.7%F
Gastroenterology(national)59.5%F
ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)(national)46.6%F
Trauma & Orthopaedics(national)47.1%F
Oral Surgery(national)47.5%F
Other Medical(national)57.6%F
Dermatology(national)50.7%F
Other Services(national)57.7%F
Urology(national)56.4%F
Cardiology(national)76.6%C
General Surgery(national)42.2%F
Respiratory Medicine(national)81.3%B
Elderly Medicine(national)64.2%F
Paediatrics(national)44.3%F
Rheumatology(national)79.6%C
Plastic Surgery(national)31.9%F
General Medicine(national)97.2%A+

A&E Performance

4-Hour Target

50.4%

Attendances

14,733

Over 12 Hours

1,234

A&E Trend (% within 4 hours)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long are waiting times at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

As of January 2026, 55.5% of patients at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are seen within the NHS 18-week target. There are currently 63,957 patients on the waiting list.

What is the CQC rating for Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has not yet been individually rated by the CQC in our dataset.

Does Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have an A&E department?

Yes. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust A&E sees approximately 14,733 patients per month, with 50.4% seen within 4 hours.

How does Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals?

The national average is 61.4% of patients seen within 18 weeks. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust performs below average at 55.5%.

Data sourced from NHS England (Referral to Treatment waiting times, A&E statistics) and Care Quality Commission (CQC ratings). Last updated: 2026-03-14.

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