The recently published Fit for the Future: The 10 Year Health Plan for England includes a commitment to restore the NHS Constitutional Standard of 92% for the 18 week referral to treatment target. The plan also endorses the use of Patient Led Follow Up as the standard approach for all clinically appropriate pathways by 2026. All this is underpinned by a commitment to tackle health inequalities.

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

Download the Waiting List Management Checklist

If you have any queries about the checklist or how MIAA can support your organisation please do not hesitate to contact Sarah Dowbekin, Associate Director – Continuous Improvement.