Healios Right to Choose
Right to Choose referrals
Healios provides autism and ADHD assessments and services under the Right to Choose framework.
We deliver services in Devon, Herefordshire and Worcestershire and, in line with NHS England legislation, are able to accept referrals from any GP in England. All referrals are reviewed to ensure the requested assessment can be delivered safely and in line with our clinical pathways.
Our current ADHD assessment waiting time is up to six months from receipt of a complete referral. And our current autism assessment waiting time is up to 12 months.
Before asking your GP to refer you, please review the information below about available services and assessment requirements.
Your GP or local NHS service can also advise you on alternative referral options in your area. If you would prefer to explore privately funded assessment and care, please visit Melios for further information.
Please review before requesting a referral
Some Right to Choose assessment pathways require attendance at a face-to-face clinical appointment.
- Adult autism and adult ADHD assessments are delivered remotely
- Child and young person autism assessments are delivered remotely
- Child and young person ADHD assessments (ages 7–18) require one face-to-face appointment at our Hereford or Bromsgrove clinic, followed by one remote appointment
If a face-to-face appointment is required and you are unable, or do not wish, to travel to Hereford or Bromsgrove, we will not be able to accept the referral.
Please review the information on this page before asking your GP to refer you.
Referrals for patients and parents
As a patient or parent your GP can refer you to Healios for a Right to Choose autism assessments for children aged 7+ and adults, as well as ADHD assessments, support, treatment and medication for adults. You just need to ask your GP to complete our quick and easy online referral form using the steps below.
Our 3 step referral guide
Step 1
Speak to your GP and request Healios as your chosen provider under the NHS Right to Choose framework
Step 2
Your GP will review your request and complete the Healios GP referral form
Step 3
Once your referral is submitted, Healios will contact you to begin your assessment journey
FAQs for patients and parents
How long is the Healios Right to Choose waiting list?
Are you an eligible Right to Choose provider?
Yes, we hold a qualifying NHS contract so we are eligible to provide NHS Right to Choose:
- Autism assessments for children aged 7+ and adults
- ADHD assessments, support, treatment and medication for adults
How will I know if you've received my Right to Choose referral?
As soon as your GP submits the Right to Choose referral to Healios, we’ll send an automated confirmation email to you and your GP outlining the next steps. This will include how you can activate your Healios account and complete any required forms. If you have not received this email within a few days, we recommend you check your junk or spam folder, or reach out to Healios directly. Please check with your GP first, that they have completed the referral to Healios.
Will my Right to Choose assessment be remote or face to face?
This depends on the assessment and the age of the person being assessed.
Adults
- ADHD and autism assessments are completed remotely, with appointments delivered via secure video calls.
Children and young people (aged 7 to 18)
- ADHD assessments include one face-to-face appointment at our Hereford or Bromsgrove clinic, followed by one remote appointment.
- Autism assessments are completed remotely, with appointments delivered via secure video calls.
Where a face-to-face appointment is required and the patient is unable, or does not wish, to travel to Hereford or Bromsgrove, we will not be able to accept the referral.
What happens after the assessment with Healios?
You will receive a feedback appointment where the clinician will discuss the assessment outcome and their clinical decisions. You will also receive a detailed clinical report, and a copy will be shared with your GP.
What happens if I am not suitable for a Right to Choose referral?
If we’re not able to proceed with your referral we’ll contact you and your GP to let you know, along with the reason why and recommended next steps for your GP.
I'm already on a waiting list for an NHS assessment. Can I change it to Right to Choose?
Yes, as long as your GP agrees to change the referral to a Right to Choose ADHD assessment or Right to Choose autism assessment. If you would like to do this, please contact your GP.
I have another question about Right to Choose. Can I speak to someone?
If you have any questions about the Right to Choose process, email [email protected] or contact us by phone on 0330 124 4222. Our opening hours are: Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm. We’ll be happy to help.
GP referral process
As a GP or healthcare professional in England, your patients have the right to choose a specialist provider for their autism or ADHD assessment.
As an approved NHS provider, Healios can accept referrals from GPs or locally agreed interface referrers in England for autism assessments for children aged 7+ and adults, as well as ADHD assessments, support, treatment and medication for adults.
Refer to Healios in 3 steps
Step 1
Complete our simple and quick online GP referral form
Step 2
You’ll receive an email confirmation, and we’ll start processing the referral
Step 3
We will contact the patient or family directly to begin their assessment journey, and send you updates throughout
FAQs for GPs and other healthcare professionals
How long is the Healios Right to Choose waiting list?
Are Healios an eligible Right to Choose provider?
Yes, we hold a qualifying NHS contract so we can provide NHS Right to Choose:
- Autism assessments for children aged 7+ and adults
- ADHD assessments, support, treatment and medication for adults
My patient is already on a waiting list for an NHS assessment. Can I change it to Right to Choose with Healios?
Yes, if you agree to change the referral to Right to Choose please proceed with the referral.
How will my patient’s Right to Choose assessment be delivered?
Assessment delivery depends on the pathway and the age of the patient.
Adults
- ADHD and autism assessments are delivered remotely, with appointments conducted via secure video consultation.
Children and young people (aged 7 to 18)
- ADHD assessments require one face-to-face appointment at our Hereford or Bromsgrove clinic, followed by one remote appointment.
- Autism assessments are delivered remotely via secure video consultation.
If a face-to-face appointment is required and the patient is unable, or do not wish, to travel to Hereford or Bromsgrove, we will not be able to accept the referral.
What happens after the assessment with Healios?
The patient or family will receive a feedback appointment where the clinician will discuss the assessment outcome and their clinical decisions. They will receive a clinical report, and a copy will be shared with you (the GP).
How will I know if you've received a patient's Right to Choose referral?
As soon as you submit the Right to Choose referral to Healios, we’ll send an automated confirmation email to both the patient and you (the GP) with next steps. This will include how the patient or family can activate their Healios account and complete any required forms. If the patient or family have not received this email within a few days, we recommend they check their junk or spam folder, or reach out to Healios directly.
What happens if a Right to Choose referral is not suitable?
If we’re not able to proceed with your patient’s referral we’ll contact both you and the patient to let you know, along with the reason why and recommend next steps you may wish to take.
I have another question about Right to Choose. How can I speak to someone?
If you have any questions about the Right to Choose process, our team is here to help. You can reach us by email at [email protected]
Our opening hours are: Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm. We’ll be happy to support you.
Patient feedback
“I was really impressed with how the therapist engaged with my child, even though it was through a video link.”
Parent of a young person who came to Healios for an ADHD assessment
“I am overwhelmed by the efficiency and support from this service. Our assessors were brilliant and I thank them wholeheartedly.”
Parent of a young person who came to Healios for an autism assessment
“Had no issues with the process. All of my queries were answered, the environment and assessment was friendly and welcoming. I had no technical issues with the website or creating an account and everything worked as intended.”
Adult who came to Healios for an autism assessment