Call your doctor’s surgery. Yes, you might get put on hold. You’ll hear that tinny muzak version of “The Blue Danube.” Embrace it. This is your moment.
When a receptionist answers, say this magic phrase: “I’ve lost my NHS number. Can you help?” They will ask for your name, date of birth, and address. That’s it. No secret password needed.
Quirky detail: GP receptionists are the unsung heroes of the digital age. They know where your number lives, probably because they literally saved it from a shredder last Tuesday. Be nice to them.
