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General Medicine NHS Waiting Times

NHS waiting times for General Medicine across 473 trusts in England. The national average is 64.3% of patients seen within 18 weeks.

Within 18 Weeks

64.3%

Total Waiting

25,514

Trusts Offering

473

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS wait for General Medicine?

Nationally, 64.3% of patients referred for General Medicine are seen within the NHS 18-week target. There are currently 25,514 patients on General Medicine waiting lists across England.

Which hospital has the shortest General Medicine wait?

Data on individual hospital performance for General Medicine is available in our trust rankings.

What is the NHS 18-week target?

The NHS Constitution sets a target that 92% of patients should wait no longer than 18 weeks from GP referral to treatment. Currently, the national average for General Medicine is 64.3%, significantly below this target.