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Independent platform

NHSWaitHelper is an independent information platform. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operating on behalf of the NHS, NHS England, the Department of Health and Social Care, or any NHS trust.

Information, not advice

The content on NHSWaitHelper is general information based on publicly available NHS guidance. It is not medical advice, legal advice, or a substitute for either. Always speak to your GP, clinician, or a regulated adviser about your individual circumstances.

Calculator output

Our calculator estimates whether the 18-week Referral to Treatment standard may have passed, based solely on the date you enter. It does not access NHS systems and cannot reflect clinical pauses, validated DNAs, or other factors that may legitimately affect your pathway.

External links

We link to NHS and government sources where relevant. We are not responsible for the content of external sites.

Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we accept no liability for any loss arising from reliance on information provided through this site. Use of the site is at your own discretion.

Changes to these terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Material changes will be reflected in the date below.

Last updated: 10 May 2026