NHS Cardiology Referral Waiting Times in Hull

Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see a cardiologist is

18 weeks

That's just over 4 months

The NHS Cardiology waiting list at Spire Hull And East Riding Hospital currently has 44 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 18 weeks from GP referral. About 5 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. Waits at this hospital are about 12.5 weeks longer than in February 2025. It's slipped down 116 places in the national league for this department's; now 122 out of 131 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
18weeks
▲ +12.5 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
▼ -50 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
44
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
44
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
29 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

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

▲ +12.5 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 cardiologist is about 13 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 122nd out of 131 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 22nd 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 44 patients on its Cardiology waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 18 weeks.

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

About 50% 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.