The Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC) is an NHS Special Health Authority.

The Health and Social Care Information Centre is the national source of NHS, health and social care information.

Previously known as The NHS Information Centre for health and social care, the Health and Social Care Information Centre have reverted to their statutory name to reflect their broader social care responsibilities.

The Health and Social Care Information Centre collects, analyses and presents information for health and social care communities in England. From tackling health inequalities to commissioning with confidence, the Health and Social Care Information Centre's information ensures decision makers deliver the very best SERVICES and PATIENT care.

The Health and Social Care Information Centre's information supports commissioners, public health analysts, clinicians and informatics professionals in health and social care, as well as the public.

Further information on the Health and Social Care Information Centre can be found on the Health and Social Care Information Centre website.

This supporting information is also known by these names:

Context	Alias
formerly	The NHS Information Centre for health and social care
shortname	HSCIC