Help: NHS Data Model and Dictionary Background


The NHS Data Model and Dictionary provides a reference point for assured information standards within the NHS in England and is maintained by the NHS Data Model and Dictionary Service.

It contains Data Collections and associated definitions which have been assured by the Information Standards Board for Health and Social Care. The information will be of interest to professionals and ORGANISATIONS that work within Health and Social Care, along with suppliers of electronic systems and services.

It does not contain all national data collections. These can be found within the Information Catalogue maintained by the Health and Social Care Information Centre.


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