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National Health Index
The National Health Index (NHI) is a mechanism for uniquely identifying every health care user.
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About National Health Index (NHI)
The National Health Index (NHI) is a unique identifier assigned to each person who receives healthcare in New Zealand.
National Health Index Statement of Use
About the National Health Index
Finding out the information about you in the NHI
How to obtain information held against your NHI number
NHI FAQs
Frequently asked questions about the National Health Index
Upcoming changes to NHI
Important information from Health New Zealand about upcoming changes to NHI.
NHI New Format Compliance
Given the critical nature of this change and the extended compliance date to 1st July 2026, contact us with your readiness status.
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