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NHS Right to Choose GP Referrals

The NHS Right to Choose lets patients in England select where they receive non-emergency treatment when referred by their GP. Patients can choose from various hospitals or clinics, including private providers like Medisonal, at no extra cost.

If you or your child are referred by a GP for specialist treatment—such as an ADHD or autism assessment—you have the legal right to select your preferred provider for care, provided you are a registered NHS patient in England.

This choice aims to improve patient satisfaction and reduce waiting times.

At Medisonal, we understand how important it is to get the right support quickly and clearly. Below is a simple guide to what you can expect from us when you are referred through the NHS Right to Choose pathway for an ADHD or mental health assessment.

Read more on the NHS website

Your Referral Journey: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Referral Received

We receive your referral directly from your GP.

2. Confirmation Sent To Your GP

We send an acknowledgement to your GP to confirm we’ve received your referral.

3. Team Review (within 72 hours)

Our clinical team reviews your referral to decide whether your assessment should be in person or online—based on your needs.

4. We’ll Contact You (within 5 working days)

You’ll hear from us to acknowledge your referral and arrange your assessment.

5. Assessment Pack Sent (within 28 working days)

We’ll send you an assessment pack and schedule your clinical interview.

6. Return Your Pack

You complete the pack and email it back to us.

7. We Prepare Your Report

We use the information you provide to begin preparing your clinical report.

8. Your Clinical Interview

You meet with one of our qualified clinicians—either in person or online.

9. Report Completed

Your clinician completes your report and summarises the findings.

10. Feedback Session (within 28 days)

We arrange a feedback session to go over your results and next steps.

11. Feedback Provided

Your clinician talks you through the outcome and answers any questions you may have.

ADHD Diagnosis & Support: What Happens Next

Starting Medication

✔️ We’ll book your first medication appointment within 1 week of your diagnosis.
✔️ You’ll have regular check-ins every 2 to 4 weeks to monitor how you’re doing and adjust your treatment if needed.

Ongoing Medication Management

✔️ Once your medication is stable for 3 months, your care will be handed over to your GP through a Shared Care Agreement.
(This means your GP will help manage your medication going forward, with our continued support.)

Ongoing Support from Us

Even after your care is transferred to your GP, we’re still here for you:

✔️ We’ll check in with a review at 3 to 6 months.
✔️ You’ll have yearly (annual) reviews to ensure you’re still getting the right support.

Need Help or Have Questions?

Our friendly team is always here to help. If you have questions or need more information, just reach out—we’re happy to support you.

Medisonal Clinic – Helping you move forward with confidence.

We are hoping to accept referrals via Right to Choose in the coming weeks!

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