Adult ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) referrals

The purpose of this study is to assist GPs in becoming more confident in recognizing ADHD symptoms and establishing a clinically robust triage process prior to referral for an ADHD assessment. By participating, you may receive a more thorough evaluation of your symptoms and access to recommendations for further assessment or treatment if ADHD or another condition is identified.

If you feel that you may have ADHD and wish to be referred for an assessment on the NHS, please see below for the referral process, and what we will need from you.

 

How to start a referral request:

1. Patients who wish to request a referral for ADHD assessment and treatment must first contact the surgery via our Klinik system to initiate the request.
2. One of our Secretary team will contact you via Accurx text message to acknowledge and let you know what will happen next. They will send you a questionnaire via text message which must be completed as soon as possible.
3. You will receive an email to the email address we have on our system (please ensure you let us know if this is not up-to-date)
   This email will explain the pilot scheme and why we are taking part. It will also have 3 attachments including a Consent form and Consultation aid questionnaire. These must be completed and returned to us in order to proceed with the referral request. 
   Please note that due to high volumes, we will be unable to chase patients for a response. Please ensure that you return the completed documents to proceed with your request.
4. Once we have received your completed documents and text questionnaire, we will organise for a GP appointment to discuss your referral request.
5. If your GP agrees that you may have ADHD, they will send the documentation and referral letter to the AWP ATMOS team for approval.
6. The AWP team will send you a pre-assessment questionnaire. Please ensure that you complete this and return to them within 3 weeks. Failure to do so will mean that your case is returned to us unreported.
7. The AWP ATMOS team will report back to your GP with the outcome. We will let you know what this outcome is.
8. If an ADHD referral is indicated. We will contact you by text to ask which NHS Right to Choose ADHD service provider you would like us to send your referral to. Please see the link below which has information on Right to Choose providers and expected waiting times. 
   Please note that we are unable to offer any recommendation on which provider to refer to. We are also unable to answer any queries on wait time, please ensure that you visit the provider website to access the information you require.

We are encouraging all patients to get involved with this pilot. If you are not happy to be involved in the pilot study, please let us know.