Right to Choose

You have a legal right to choose your ADHD/Autism provider. This service is NHS funded and is frequently used by those wishing to cut their wait time.  You will usually have to travel further for an assessment, but be seen much sooner.

Right to Choose Autism/ADHD referrals are relatively new, and many patients are not aware of their options. We have put together this information leaflet to help assist you with your Right to Choose journey.

Who can offer Right to Choose assessments?

There are a number of clinics throughout the UK that can offer Right to Choose ADHD and/or ASD assessments.  These services already provide NHS services in their area and have been authorised to provide treatment to other areas of England.  The assessment is fully recognised on the NHS and by education settings.

How do I get a Right to Choose Assessment?

For all Right to Choose referrals, the patient/carer or parent/guardian, will need to research and select a service themselves. Once you have chosen a service, please email us (pm.parksurgery@nhs.net) stating your name, date of birth, the service you have picked and the assessment you require.  One of our Secretaries will be in touch with you to fill out the required forms.  We aim to contact you within 28 days.

What happens if I need ADHD medication?

Some services are able to start ADHD medication if indicated.  This would depend on the service you choose, so please make enquiries if this is something you would like to explore.

Please remember the GP cannot continue ADHD medication from Right to Choose providers, so you would need to continue to attend that clinic until the local service can take over – wait times vary from 1-3 years.

If you pick a service that cannot provide ADHD medications but would like to explore this, the GP can refer you once we have your diagnosis report.  Again, wait time is 1-3 years depending on the service you would need (child or adult).

Who cannot have a Right to Choose assessment?

Most people are suitable for a Right to Choose assessment, however we cannot refer the following people:

  • Anyone needing urgent/emergency assessment or those considered a risk to themselves or others.
  • Anyone who has already had an assessment (this doesn’t include those who haven’t met the threshold for assessment or have had their referral rejected by local teams)
  • You are a current prisoner, on temporary release, detained in court, or a young offender’s institute
  • You are detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended in 2007) or residing in a secure hospital setting
  • You are a serving member of the armed forces

 

Some services also have their own restrictions, so please check your chosen service can meet your needs

List of providers:

Please note this list is subject to change, please contact the service to confirm they are currently taking referrals as this can change due to capacity and funding.

Adult ADHD Providers

Child ADHD Providers

Adult Autism Providers

Child Autism Providers

There are further choices available on the below link.
Right to Choose – ADHD UK