Right to Choose Referrals – ADHD and Autism
This page provides information for patients who would like to request an ADHD and/or autism assessment through the NHS Right to Choose (RTC) pathway.
There are different referral processes for adults and children. Please read the relevant section below.
1. Adult ADHD Referrals – Primary Care Sheffield ADHD Service
All adult ADHD referral requests are now managed through the PCS ADHD Service.
If you would like to request an adult ADHD assessment, please follow these steps:
Step 1: Request an ADHD screening questionnaire
Please contact the practice and we will send you the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale via text message. If you are unable to complete the questionnaire online, we can provide a paper copy.
Step 2: Complete the questionnaire
Please complete the questionnaire and submit your responses via text or hand over your paper copy to reception.
Step 3: Review and referral
Once we receive your completed questionnaire, a we will review the information and forward it to the PCS ADHD Service.
Step 4: Contact from PCS ADHD
The PCS ADHD Service will contact you directly to discuss your assessment and explain the available NHS Right to Choose options, including your choice of provider.
You do not need to select an ADHD provider before contacting the practice.
For further information about the PCS ADHD service PCS ADHD Interface – Primary Care Sheffield
2. Adult Autism Referrals – NHS Right to Choose
Adult autism referrals continue to follow the NHS Right to Choose pathway.
If you would like to request an autism assessment, you will need to:
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Choose your preferred provider:
Right to Choose – Your NHS options
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Step 2: Complete the relevant referral form
Please download and complete the appropriate referral documentation:Adult Autism Referral form
Adult Autism Referral Form .docx
Adult Autism Screening Questionnaire
Adult Autism Screening Questionnaire.docx
Step 4: Submit your documents
Please email your completed referral form, screening questionnaires and any supporting information to:
syicb-sheffield.sheffield.chapelgreenreception@nhs.net
Step 5: Review and referral
Once we receive your completed forms and screening questionnaires, the practice team will review the information provided.
If everything is complete and the referral criteria are met, we will arrange for the referral to be sent to your chosen provider.
A GP appointment is not usually necessary.
Please note that, unlike adult ADHD referrals, adult autism referrals are not currently managed through the PCS ADHD Service. You will therefore need to select your preferred Right to Choose provider before requesting your referral.
Children's ADHD and Autism Referrals – Right to Choose
Parents or carers wishing to request an ADHD and/or autism assessment for a child can access the NHS Right to Choose pathway.
What is Right to Choose?
Under NHS Right to Choose, eligible patients have the right to choose which provider carries out their assessment for ADHD or autism. This may allow you to access an alternative provider rather than joining the local NHS waiting list.
You will need to select your preferred provider and ensure they assess for the condition you are requesting (ADHD, autism or both) and accept referrals from Sheffield.
How to request a referral
Step 1: Choose a provider
Please select your preferred provider using the following resource:
Right to Choose – Your NHS Options
Step 2: Complete the relevant referral form
Please download and complete the appropriate referral documentation:
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Child ADHD Referral Form
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Child Autism Referral Form (if applicable)
- For children: Child Referral Form
Step 3: Complete the relevant screening questionnaires
Please complete the relevant questionnaires:
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Child ADHD Screening Questionnaire
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Child Autism Screening Questionnaire (if applicable)
Step 4: Submit your documents
Please email your completed referral form, screening questionnaires and any supporting information to:
syicb-sheffield.sheffield.chapelgreenreception@nhs.net
Step 5: Review and referral
Once we receive your completed forms and screening questionnaires, the practice team will review the information provided.
If everything is complete and the referral criteria are met, we will arrange for the referral to be sent to your chosen provider.
A GP appointment is not usually necessary.
Important information about Right to Choose assessments
Many Right to Choose providers carry out assessments remotely or online. Although providers must meet the relevant standards and regulations, their assessment processes may differ from traditional NHS specialist services.
Please be aware that a diagnosis made by a Right to Choose provider does not automatically guarantee access to ongoing care or treatment through local NHS services.
ADHD medication and shared care
If you receive an ADHD diagnosis, your specialist may recommend medication.
ADHD medications are specialist medicines and are not routinely initiated by GPs. Treatment is usually started and monitored by a specialist service.
Chapelgreen Practice is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our patients. Where clinically appropriate and safe to do so, we will consider entering into shared care agreements with NHS Right to Choose providers.
All shared care requests are reviewed by our Medicines Management Team to ensure they meet the necessary clinical, professional and governance standards.
Shared care is voluntary. The practice will only accept an agreement where we are satisfied that it is safe, clinically appropriate and in the best interests of the patient.
Please note: Right to Choose referrals are not urgent and are not suitable for crisis or immediate mental health concerns. If you are experiencing urgent mental health difficulties, please contact the practice, use our online triage form or call NHS 111.