Our Head of Healthcare Distribution, Karen Woodley, has commented on the latest NHS waiting list data, which shows that waiting lists for those awaiting treatment on the NHS have fallen to 7.29m patients.
Here’s what Karen had to say:
“Any reduction in delays matters for patients who have been waiting for tests, treatment or specialist care, and will be welcomed by those beginning to see progress in their care journey.
At the same time, the wider picture suggests there is more that could be done.
PHIN’s latest figures show admissions funded through private medical insurance dipped by around 2% year on year, despite overall private healthcare activity remaining high. That feels like a missed opportunity.
Helping people access earlier support, preventative care and complementary routes into private treatment can improve patient experience and play a positive role in easing pressure on NHS services, while supporting the health system as a whole.”
You can read the full article in Health and Protection, here - healthcareandprotection.com/nhs-wait-list-falls-to-7-29m