Impact Matrix

The Impact Matrix is used to assign a value to the likely impact of a risk occurring.

Impact Level	1	2	3	4	5
Descriptor	Minor	Insignificant	Moderate	Major	Catastrophic
Risk Aspect
Service Disruption
Legal, Regulatory Compliance & Finance
Personal information/Bulk Data
Safty, Health & Environment
Reputation & Credibility
Technology and Cyber Threats

We estimate that the NHS is vulnerable to £1.264 billion worth of fraud each year.

Report any suspicions or concerns about fraud against the NHS to the NHSCFA.