Rheumatology Department Waiting Times in Hereford

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see a rheumatologist is

11 weeks

That's 2½ months

Wye Valley NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 344 people waiting to see a rheumatologist, with a typical wait of about 2½ months. 75% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

75 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
344
people on the waiting list
27 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)

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 11 weeks. This hospital is about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 71st out of 126 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 13th 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.

County Hospital, Hereford, HR1 2ER
01432 355444
NHS Herefordshire And Worcestershire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Rheumatology waiting time at Wye Valley NHS Trust?

The current average Rheumatology waiting time at Wye Valley NHS Trust is about 11 weeks.

How does Wye Valley NHS Trust compare to other hospitals for Rheumatology?

You can compare Rheumatology waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

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