Improvements to our registration process
We've streamlined our user onboarding journey by providing comprehensive definitions of our account types, downloadable registration forms, and step-by-step directions.
We welcome any feedback regarding these changes and whether they have helped to improve your onboarding experience.
The ePACT2 system is available only to those users who have registered to access.
Prospective users must choose the relevant access required from the selection available below. It is important that users read the information and requirements before applying to access ePACT2.
ePACT2 Account Types
Default Dashboard Access
This is our entry-level account type for ePACT2
This will give you access to NHSBSA clinical and cost saving dashboards, and other predefined reports at practice level for all organisations.
You can also choose to request access to the ‘Create Analysis’ Tool, this will enable you to produce your own analysis and reports at practice level.
Who can register:
Anyone working at the NHS, NHSBSA, or approved organisations can register.
How to register:
Step 1: Complete the Default Dashboard Access form.
Step 2: Send to the Data Services Support Team at: DataServicesSupport@nhsbsa.nhs.uk
Default Dashboard Access Form (Word: 256KB)
GP Practice Access
Designated access for GP Practices and Cost Centres
This account type will give you access to ‘Prescriber’ level data for your selected organisation(s) and practice level data for all other organisations. ‘Prescriber’ level access enables users to interrogate the data down to singular prescription level.
This account type does not include access to the ‘Create Analysis’ Tool.
Who can register:
To gain access to this account type, you are required to gain authorisation from a registered GP at your Practice. The authorising GP is required to return the registration form from their @nhs.net or personal practice email account.
We cannot accept registration forms authorised by the same person who is requesting access.
Primary Care Networks (PCN) - Users will require authorisation from the Clinical Director for the PCN, use the PCN Access form found below:
How to register:
Step 1: Complete the required form. If you require access to multiple organisations, you'll need to submit one form per organisation - including the relevant authorisation.
Step 2: Send the completed form to the appropriate ‘Authoriser’ for authorisation.
Step 3: The ‘Authoriser’ will need to submit this form on your behalf to the Data Services Support Team at: DataServicesSupport@nhsbsa.nhs.uk
GP Practice Access Form (Word: 246KB)PCN Access From (Word: 246KB)
Prescriber Access
‘Prescriber’ level access enables users to interrogate the data down to singular prescription level.
This account type will give you access to ‘Prescriber’ level data for your selected organisation(s) and practice level data for all other organisations.
This account type also includes access to the ‘Create Analysis’ Tool, to produce your own bespoke analysis and reports at ‘Prescriber’ level.
Organisation Levels:
- ICB – Integrated Care Board
- SICBL – Sub-ICB Location
- providers such as, ISHPs, Local Authorities, and Hospital Trusts
Who can register:
To access prescriber level data, you must be authorised by either your organisation’s Caldicott Guardian or nominated authoriser.
You can find the Caldicott Guardian for your organisation on the Caldicott Guardian register on NHS Digital.
How to register:
Step 1: Choose the relevant 'Prescriber Access' form for your required organisation level. If you require access to multiple organisations, you'll need to submit one form per organisation - including the relevant authorisation.
Step 2: Send the completed form to the appropriate ‘Authoriser’ for authorisation.
Step 3: The ‘Authoriser’ will need to submit this form on your behalf to the Data Services Support Team at: DataServicesSupport@nhsbsa.nhs.uk
ICB Prescriber Access Form (Word: 256KB)
SICBL Prescriber Access Form (Word: 256KB)
Provider Prescriber Access Form (Word: 252KB)
Financial Access
Provides additional access to financial data
This access will give you access to the Itemised Prescribing Payment (IPP) reports, Remuneration reports, and to practice level data for all organisations.
This account type also includes access to the ‘Create Analysis’ Tool, to produce your own bespoke analysis and reports at ‘Practice’ level.
Organisation Levels:
- Regional
- ICB – Integrated Care Board
- Provider or Trust
Who can register:
To access financial data, you must be authorised by:
- Regional - Regional Director of Finance
- ICB - Deputy Director of Finance,or similar for the ICB
- Provider or Trust - Head of Finance,or similar for the organisation
How to register:
Step 1: Choose the relevant 'Financial Access' form for your required organisation level. If you require access to multiple organisations, you'll need to submit one form per organisation - including the relevant authorisation.
Step 2: Send the completed form to the appropriate ‘Authoriser’ for authorisation.
Step 3: The ‘Authoriser’ will need to submit this form on your behalf to the Data Services Support Team at: DataServicesSupport@nhsbsa.nhs.uk
Regional Financial Access Form (Word: 256KB)
ICB Financial Access Form (Word: 256KB)
Provider/Trust Financial Access Form (Word: 252KB)
Who can register?
The following types of organisations can register for access to ePACT2:
- NHS England ICBs CD Accountable Officers
- Default or Prescriber (CD Accountable Officer Access)
- Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) (previously STPs)
- Default, Prescriber and/or Financial
- Primary Care Organisations (PCO) which include Sub ICB Locations (SICBLs), (previously CCGs) and local authorities
- Default, Prescriber and/or Financial
- GP practices and cost centres
- Default or GP Access
- Primary Care Networks (PCNs)
- Users can apply for Default Dashboard Access (with analysis) or GP Access.
- Independent sector healthcare providers and hospital trust providers
- Default, Prescriber and/or Financial
- Commissioning Support Units (CSUs)
- Default or Prescriber
- Academic Health Science Networks (AHSNs)
- Default only
- Public sector and other organisations who need to monitor and manage prescribing data in primary care
- Default only
National-level data is available to National-level organisations who can provide a valid reason/justification for requiring access to view the data, including:
- DHSC users
- NHS England Finance
- NHS Digital
- Other organisations who need access at national level (England)
Access to ePACT2 is not available to pharmacy contractors and commercial organisations.
User Retention Policy
Please be aware that any account with access to 'Prescriber' or Financial level data, will be automatically be downgraded to ‘Default Dashboard Access’ if you do not log-in and use the system for more than 4 consecutive months.
After 6 months of no activity, your access will be automatically revoked.
Once your account has been revoked, you'll need to re-register for access to ePACT2.
If you have any questions or require support with registering for ePACT2 access, you can email our Data Services Support Team at: DataServicesSupport@nhsbsa.nhs.uk
