NHS Rheumatology Referral Waiting Times in Kettering

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a rheumatologist is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

The NHS Rheumatology waiting list at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has 1,150 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 13 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Rheumatology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 2 have been waiting over a year. Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 2.5 weeks longer than in February 2025. It's slipped down 28 places in the national league for this department's; now 88 out of 125 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
12.6weeks
▲ +2.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▼ -15.5 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
1.2k
▲ +184
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
2
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
1,150
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
38 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
2 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
20 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▲ +2.5 wks

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a rheumatologist is about 10 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 88th out of 125 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 16th out of 21 in Midlands

What does Rheumatology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis management
Lupus (SLE)
Fibromyalgia
Gout
Ankylosing spondylitis
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Joint injections
Connective tissue diseases

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

Rothwell Road, Kettering, NN16 8UZ
01536 492000
NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Rheumatology waiting list at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust currently has about 1,150 patients on its Rheumatology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 13 weeks.

Does Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Rheumatology?

About 61% of Rheumatology patients at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Rheumatology wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Rheumatology waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.