Right to Choose
A legal right in England that allows NHS patients to choose any qualified provider for their ADHD assessment, including private providers that have NHS contracts. This can significantly reduce wait times while keeping the service free.
Overview
Right to Choose is a legal right in England that allows NHS patients to choose their ADHD assessment provider, potentially reducing wait times significantly.
Detailed Description
Right to Choose allows NHS patients in England to request referral to any qualified provider that has an NHS contract, including private providers like Psychiatry-UK. This can reduce wait times from years to months while keeping the service free. Patients need to request this from their GP, who must make the referral if the provider has an NHS contract. This option is available in England but not in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland.
How This Relates to ADHD
Right to Choose is particularly valuable for ADHD assessments given the extremely long NHS wait times. It's a legal right that many patients aren't aware of.
Treatment and Management
Using Right to Choose can provide faster access to ADHD assessment and treatment while remaining free through the NHS.
Examples
- •Patients can request referral to providers like Psychiatry-UK
- •Available in England but not Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland
Resources
Learn more about Right to Choose and ADHD diagnosis in the UK. Our UK diagnosis guide provides detailed information about this option.
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