NICIP Statement May 2021

Further updates and releases of the National Interim Clinical Imaging Procedure (NICIP) code set have been placed on hold with immediate effect. This is to allow the outcome of the following workstreams.

1. A formal position is being sought from NHSX on the strategic direction of NICIP and the long-term intention to move to the use of a single terminology of SNOMED CT.

2. NHS England and Improvement are looking to commission a piece of discovery work that aims to identify how to improve the collection, utility, and dissemination of the Diagnostic Imaging Dataset. This could include reviewing opportunities and impacts of updating NICIP and/or transition to SNOMED CT.

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