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About the NHS Counter Fraud Authority

The NHS Counter Fraud Authority leads on fighting fraud and other economic crime in the NHS and wider health group.

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Who we are

The NHSCFA is a health authority charged with identifying, investigating and preventing fraud and other economic crime within the NHS and the wider health group.

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NHSCFA Board of Directors

This section of the website is all about the NHSCFA Board of Directors and it's members.

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What we do

Find out about how we tackle fraud, bribery, corruption and other economic crime affecting the NHS and the wider health group.

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Who we work with

The NHSCFA works with a wide range of partner organisations to identify, investigate and prevent fraud within the NHS.

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Corporate publications

Find out more about the NHSCFA's approach to fighting fraud, the legal basis for our work and our achievements.

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News

Read the latest news and updates from the NHSCFA.

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Forensic Computing Unit

Providing a comprehensive forensic computing service to the NHS.

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NHS Counter Fraud Service Wales

Leading on work to identify and tackle fraud and other economic crime in NHS Wales.

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Working at the NHS Counter Fraud Authority

Find information, advice and guidance on working for the NHSCFA, including guidance for applicants and current vacancies.

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Contact us

All the information you need to get in touch with the NHSCFA.

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Information hub

This section covers the information and data that is collected, processed and stored by the NHSCFA.

We estimate that the NHS is vulnerable to £1.21 billion worth of fraud each year.

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

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