Find Care Compare Launches ADHD GP Referral Toolkit to Support NHS Referrals in England

Find Care Compare has launched a free ADHD GP Referral Toolkit designed to help patients prepare for GP appointments, understand NHS Right to Choose, and generate structured referral notes in minutes.

With NHS ADHD waiting times exceeding two years in some areas, many patients report uncertainty about what to say to their GP, whether they can choose their provider, and how the referral process works.

The new tool aims to reduce confusion at the first step of accessing care.

Why We Built the ADHD GP Referral Toolkit

Through conversations with patients and providers, one issue became clear: many people are not only waiting — they are unsure how to navigate the system.

Common questions include:

• What should I say to my GP?
• Can a GP refuse an ADHD referral?
• What is NHS Right to Choose?
• Do I need to name a provider?
• How do I prepare properly for my appointment?

The ADHD GP Referral Toolkit was developed to provide clarity, structure, and confidence before that first GP appointment.

What the ADHD GP Referral Toolkit Includes

The tool guides patients through a structured preparation process and generates:

• A personalised referral script
• A structured symptom summary
• Clear guidance on NHS Right to Choose
• Suggested responses to common GP questions
• A referral preparation checklist
• A printable PDF to bring to the appointment

The process takes approximately 3–5 minutes and is designed specifically for patients registered with a GP in England.

Health responses entered into the toolkit are generated in the user's browser and are not stored by Find Care Compare.

Understanding NHS Right to Choose

Under the NHS Constitution, patients registered with a GP in England may have the legal right to choose which qualified provider delivers their first outpatient appointment.

For ADHD assessments, this can mean choosing an independent provider contracted to deliver NHS-funded services, rather than joining a local NHS waiting list.

However, awareness of this entitlement remains inconsistent.

The toolkit explains:

• When Right to Choose applies
• What it covers
• What it does not cover
• How to discuss it with your GP

Patients can also check their eligibility using the ADHD Right to Choose eligibility checker on Find Care Compare.

Supporting Patients Through ADHD Waiting Times

ADHD waiting times vary significantly across England. In some areas, local pathways exceed 18–24 months.

Preparation and understanding of referral options can reduce uncertainty and improve communication with healthcare professionals.

Patients can also compare ADHD assessment providers across England to understand available pathways and current options.

Part of a Broader Mission

The launch of the ADHD GP Referral Toolkit forms part of Find Care Compare's wider mission: to make accessing healthcare clearer, more transparent, and easier to navigate.

By combining structured preparation tools, provider comparison, and educational guidance, Find Care Compare aims to reduce healthcare information inequality at the front door of the health system.

Access the ADHD GP Referral Toolkit

The ADHD GP Referral Toolkit is available free of charge for patients in England.

Find Care Compare is a UK-based healthcare comparison platform designed to improve transparency and access across NHS and private healthcare services.