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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Jane Kirby

Patients forced to chase NHS test results in admin ‘doom loop’

Two-thirds of patients (66 per cent) have experienced at least one NHS admin problem in the past year, according to a new study.

The report from the King’s Fund, Healthwatch and National Voices exposed the admin “doom loop” with patients being forced to chase NHS test results, receiving appointment reminders after the date has passed, not being kept informed about waiting times and being given incorrect information.

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