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English Prescribing Dataset (EPD)

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English Prescribing Dataset (EPD)

This dataset contains information on prescriptions issued in England that have been dispensed in England, Wales, Scotland, Guernsey, Alderney, Jersey, and the Isle of Man.

The dataset combines elements of the Detailed Prescribing Information (DPI) data previously released by NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) via the Information Services Portal, and the Practice Level Prescribing in England (PLP) data released by NHS Digital via their website. It is intended to replace both of those sources.

These datasets have been brought together to provide end users with a single comprehensive, consistent and accessible source of prescribing information.

Find out more about this data in the guidance document:

English Prescribing Dataset guidance document (ODT): 233KB

English Prescribing Dataset guidance document (PDF):238KB

Notices

28 May 2024:

We've updated our prescription data reports to reflect the recent changes to the discount deduction applied to pharmacy contractors monthly total of reimbursement prices, listed in the Drug Tariff Part V.

For data from April 2024 (published in June) any financial report referencing actual cost includes discounts calculated according to the new methodology.

You can find more details in this article: Changes to Actual Cost reporting calculation (Pharmacy only)

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Additional Info

Field Value
Source NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) Data warehouse
Contact NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA)
Version v001
State active
Last Updated September 19, 2024, 15:02 (UTC)
Created March 31, 2020, 22:07 (UTC)