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NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in Hull

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital

Updated August 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

15 weeks

That's 3½ months

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has 112 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 15 weeks from GP referral. About 6 in 10 Cardiology patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the North East and Yorkshire region.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Aug 25→Aug 26
Typical wait
15.3weeks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
6in 10
▼ -42.9 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
112
▲ +93
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
6 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
112
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
33 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
2 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.

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 cardiologist is about 12 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 110th out of 126 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 21st out of 22 in North East and Yorkshire

What does Cardiology cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Chest pain investigation
Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia)
Heart failure management
Angiogram and angioplasty
Echocardiogram
High blood pressure
Heart murmur assessment
Palpitations
Post-heart attack follow-up

Hospital contact

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

Lowfield Road, Hull, HU10 7AZ
NHS Humber And North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Cardiology waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital?

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has about 112 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 15 weeks.

Does Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Cardiology?

About 57% of Cardiology patients at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Cardiology 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 Cardiology 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.