RIGHT TO CHOOSE
At Montrose Health Group, we understand that waiting for specialist mental health support can be frustrating. The NHS “Right to Choose” pathway gives you more control over your care by allowing you to select an alternative provider for your assessment and treatment.
WHAT IS THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE?
Under NHS England guidelines, patients have the legal right to choose where they are referred for certain services, including mental health assessments. This means that instead of being placed on a long local waiting list, you can request a referral to an approved provider with shorter waiting times.
HOW TO BE REFERRED FOR YOUR ADHD OR AUTISM ASSESSMENT?
MAKE A GP APPOINTMENT AND ASK TO BE REFERRED
Your GP will discuss your experiences with you, covering your developmental history, current concerns, and how these affect various aspects of your life.
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​If your GP agrees that an assessment is appropriate, request a referral to Montrose Health Group through the Right to Choose pathway on our bespoke referral form or a GP covering letter.
YOUR REFERRAL IS COMPLETE BY GP
The GP will make an electronic referral to us. We cannot take direct patient referrals, nor emails from practices. We can only accept through Electronic Referral System. Please find us under the Directory of Services.
YOU WILL BE ADDED TO OUR WAIT LIST AND SEEN ACCORDINGLY
You will receive a questionnaire by email. Please complete this and turn as soon a possible.
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If you decide to go elsewhere please let us know.
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Please note: We cannot confirm your waitlist position.
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We are not a crisis service and are unable to offer emergency appointments. Please consult your GP or A&E for immediate help.
WHO CAN USE THIS SERVICE?
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You might be able to use something called Right to Choose if:
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You are signed up with a doctor (GP) in England and are at least 6 years old
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You can get help from the NHS
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You need your first appointment to talk about how you feel (mental health)
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The place you choose is paid for by the NHS
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You have not used “Right to Choose” before for ADHD or Autism
WHY CHOOSE MONTROSE HEALTH GROUP UNDER THE RIGHT TO CHOOSE
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In person or online assessment to allow for flexibility
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CQC and NHS registered
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We follow NICE guidance for assessment and prescribing
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In-depth report and diagnosis, featuring recommendations tailored to your individual requirements
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Access to medication for those assessed with us
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MONTROSE HEALTH GROUP
RIGHT TO CHOOSE CURRENT WAIT TIMES
​For those outside South Yorkshire: 0 weeks
For those inside South Yorkshire: 13 weeks
ADHD Medication wait time: No secondary waitlist
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