What is outpatient care in Lincolnshire hospitals?
Outpatient departments in Lincolnshire’s hospitals provide a range of services to patients in Lincolnshire. The departments offer daytime first appointments, follow-up appointments and assessments across a range of specialties. We offer car and bicycle parking for outpatient appointments at all of our hospitals.
Do United Lincolnshire hospital trust use video consultation for outpatient appointments?
United Lincolnshire Hospital Trust use video consultation for certain outpatient appointments. This website uses a combination of essential and non-essential cookies to improve your on-site experience. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
How do I make an appointment/admission in the patient portal?
When you enter the Patient Portal, put in your date of birth and unique four-digit PIN from the text message. This will take you to your appointment/admission detail page, where you will be able to see the date, as well as hospital and clinic information. 3. Select whether you want to confirm, rebook or cancel your appointment or admission.
About outpatients
Outpatient departments in Lincolnshire’s hospitals provide a range of services to patients in Lincolnshire. The departments offer daytime first appointments, follow-up appointments and assessments across a range of specialties.
Outpatient Parking
We offer car and bicycle parking for outpatient appointments at all of our hospitals.
Waiting for your outpatient appointment during the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a big impact on the NHS. Although COVID cases in our hospitals have now reduced we are still having to work in COVID-safe ways. In Lincolnshire, we are working hard to tackle the backlog of patients whose care has been impacted by the pandemic. We need to do this whilst also keeping our patients safe.
Outpatient – NHS E-Referral
Some guidance on waiting for your outpatient appointment, during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Before your appointment
Once you have received your appointment letter, you can start to think about transport and any special requirements you may have.
Getting to your appointment
Each hospital has a variety of travel options and parking facilities. Choose a hospital below to find the information suitable for you.
At your appointment
When attending your appointment you may be required to check in at the self-check-in kiosk or central reception desk.
Who will receive the new electronic patient letter?
The new electronic patient letters will be issued to all patients who have registered a mobile phone number with the hospital.
What is included in a hospital letter?
As well as their appointment date and time, the letter also includes pre-assessment instructions, essential reading and hospital information.
Is existing appointment affected by hospital?
Existing appointments will not be affected and it is really important that patients ensure all contact information the hospital holds for them is correct.
What is a care portal?
The Care Portal is a secure computer system that provides health and care staff with a selected view of your personal information contained in different health and care systems.
What to do if you don't want your health information to be viewed by health and care staff?
If you do not want your personal information to be viewed by health and care staff in the Care Portal you will need to complete an opt out form.
