Does this provide medical advice?

No. It is a planning tool for practical and financial impact only, not clinical advice.

Can I compare multiple what-if scenarios?

Yes. You can save scenarios and compare costs and burden side by side.

What costs are included?

Travel, lost time/income, childcare, and other support costs based on your inputs.

How should I use threshold warnings?

Treat them as planning signals to review support options and discuss pathway logistics early.

Is this NHS data or an estimate?

This tool uses your assumptions and benchmark logic to provide planning estimates.

NHS Referral Delay Impact Planner

Model travel, time, income, and support costs across referral wait scenarios to understand total burden and compare lower-impact options before appointments begin.

⏱️ 4-7 minutes • 💪 Short

Updated 2026-03-09

How This Tool Works

📋 Purpose

This planner helps you turn uncertain referral delays into clear scenario-based cost and burden estimates so you can prepare earlier.

⚙️ How It Works

1
Enter referral wait, appointment frequency, travel mode, and per-visit costs
2
Calculate total projected burden, thresholds, and practical checklist items
3
Save and compare alternative scenarios to identify lower-burden options

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