New format for NZ’s healthcare identifier and more briefs

NZ to introduce new National Health Index format

Te Whatu Ora is set to issue a new format for the National Health Index (NHI) from July 2026. 

The NHI provides a unique identifier to each New Zealand citizen from birth or their first health system interaction. From the AAA111# format, the NHI will transition to the new AAA11A# format. 

“The new format will be for new babies and people using the health system for the first time,” Te Whatu…