The National Cost Collection publication comprises aggregated costs (the average unit cost of providing defined services to NHS patients in England) and patient-level costs/PLICS (a cost based on the specific interactions a patient has, and the events related to their healthcare activity).

Publications Update

We are currently undertaking a review of all publications to ensure they continue to meet our standards and remain up to date. As part of this process, some documents may be temporarily unavailable.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we carry out this important work. The publications will be back online shortly.

If you have any questions or require access to a specific document in the meantime, please contact costing@england.nhs.uk