2023/24 NHS planning guidance includes a national objective to ‘reduce elective long waits and cancer backlogs and improve performance against the core diagnostic standards.’ It requires NHS healthcare providers to maximise elective activity. This includes ongoing clinically led review and validation of waiting lists to prioritise patients effectively ensure data quality and manage clinical risks.

MIAA have developed this checklist to support organisations in providing a framework for them to document and review their waiting list management systems and processes. This provides an assurance mechanism regarding the current control framework, including areas which may need strengthening.

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If you would like to discuss how MIAA can support your organisation, please contact our Executive Director of Assurance, Louise Cobain or call her on 07795 564916