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Updated Dataset Available: EPD with SNOMED CT Codes on the Open Data Portal

22 May 2025

The English Prescribing Dataset (EPD) is now available in an updated format, incorporating Systematised Nomenclature of Medicine Clinical Terms (SNOMED CT) codes, on the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) Open Data Portal.


We will continue to publish both the current EPD and the EPD with SNOMED CT codes datasets for a three-month period following the first publication date. After this period, the EPD with SNOMED CT codes will become the sole published dataset, and the original EPD (without SNOMED CT codes) will be discontinued.


The latest dataset contains:


  • practice-level information
  • British National Formulary (BNF) and SNOMED CT codes to precisely identify prescribed items
  • prescription costs
  • quantities of items prescribed and dispensed

    • For more information on the EPD with SNOMED CT Codes dataset, please visit our website.


    Explore the dataset now

    Visit the dataset landing page: https://opendata.nhsbsa.net/dataset/english-prescribing-dataset-epd-with-snomed-code

    You can:

    • access the data via the Data Explorer, download it directly, or connect via an API.
    • create an account to join discussion boards and receive updates on dataset changes.

    We encourage you to:

    • explore and analyse the updated dataset.
    • plan for the transition by ensuring your processes align with the EPD with SNOMED CT codes.
    • cite our data so others can benefit from your research.
    • provide feedback via the Data Services Support team.

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    • follow and favourite datasets on the Open Data Portal for updates.
    • subscribe to email notifications to stay informed about future releases.

    We are committed to delivering high-quality, open data resources. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve and expand our offerings.


    For any queries, contact: DataServicesSupport@nhsbsa.nhs.uk