Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to update reimbursement and tariff arrangements for ambulatory electrocardiogram monitoring, including introducing distinct tariffs for short-term Holter tests and extended-duration non-invasive monitoring, to support appropriate uptake of newer technologies in line with the 10 Year Health Plan for England.

Electrocardiogram monitoring or stress testing, including 24-hour ambulatory electrocardiography and extended electrocardiographic recording, are priced as part of Healthcare Resource Group (HRG) EY51Z (Electrocardiogram Monitoring or Stress Testing).

The 2026/27 Payment Scheme, which sets national prices for most HRGs, is currently under consultation. The consultation closes on 16 December, and feedback will be considered on the proposed prices before the final payment scheme is issued.