<h1><strong>Overview</strong></h1><p>When submitting care navigation requests, you must use NHS login or demographics to authenticate. These details are then checked against PDS (the Spine). To properly test the flow with a test patient, you will need to contact NHS Digital.</p><h2><strong>Requesting a Dummy Patient</strong></h2><p>To obtain a test patient, you need to apply for a dummy patient through NHS Digital. Follow these steps:</p><ol class="steps-list"><li><p><strong>Email NHS Digital:</strong> Send a request to <a href="mailto:testdata@nhs.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="cursor-pointer box-border font-semibold border-b hover:border-b-[2px] transition-all duration-75 " style="text-decoration: none; color: inherit; border-color: var(--portal-accent-color);"><strong>testdata@nhs.net</strong></a> specifying your need for a test patient linked to the Spine.</p></li><li><p><strong>Provide Relevant Details:</strong> Include information about your system, the purpose of the test, and any other requirements specified by NHS Digital.</p></li><li><p><strong>Wait for Approval:</strong> NHS Digital will review your request and provide you with a test patient if approved.</p></li></ol><h1><strong>Additional Information</strong></h1><p>For more details on the process and requirements, visit the official NHS Digital documentation: <a href="https://digital.nhs.uk/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="cursor-pointer box-border font-semibold border-b hover:border-b-[2px] transition-all duration-75 " style="text-decoration: none; color: inherit; border-color: var(--portal-accent-color);">NHS Digital Test Data</a>.</p><p>If you have any further questions, please contact our support team for assistance.</p>

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