ELAB Series: Elective Patient Pathways (EPP) Dataset (41:10)

This session is led by Emma Silvey, an analyst in the elective recovery analysis and modelling at NHS England and Sandra Rochfort, a senior analyst in elective recovery analysis and modelling at NHS England.

The Elective Patient Pathways (EPP) dataset links Secondary Uses Service (SUS) activity data with the Waiting List Minimum Dataset (WLMDS). By combining activity and waiting list records, the dataset enables analysis of care both within and around RTT pathways, offering a richer view of elective patient journeys.

This technical webinar will outline the methodology used to construct the dataset, including key linkage approaches and considerations for managing incomplete or inconsistent records while preserving pathway completeness.

The session will focus on the analytical value of EPP, demonstrating how the linked dataset supports deeper understanding of pathway structure, sequencing of care, and variation in activity. In particular, it enables analysis of the volume and type of hospital activity required to complete RTT periods, providing valuable insight into resource utilisation and elective activity planning. Attendees will gain an overview of how EPP can be used to generate more detailed and actionable insights into elective care pathways.