The patient does not have an NHS Number: How do I generate a referral using C the Signs?

Add the patient's NHS number to the medical record

• A patient must have an NHS number to use C the Signs.
• This is also required to utilise the e-Referral Service [eRS] to book an appointment for the referral.
• If the patient does not have an NHS number, the best approach is to follow the BMA guidance below on patient registration.  

Allocate a temporary NHS number

• Alternatively, you can add a temporary NHS number by opening the patient record and clicking on the 'Edit patient details' button in the bottom right corner. 

• You can allocate the patient the NHS number 111 111 1111 (if not already taken by another test patient in the practice). This can be replaced when a genuine NHS number becomes available.