Right to Choose ADHD assessment in Belfast
Right to Choose is a legal right under the NHS Constitution that only applies in England. Belfast patients (in Northern Ireland) cannot use it, but have other routes — here's what they are.
Why Right to Choose doesn't work in Belfast
Right to Choose is enshrined in the NHS Constitution for England. Northern Ireland has its own NHS structure and does not operate the same patient-choice mechanism for ADHD assessment. Belfast patients have three real options: wait on the NHS list, pay for private assessment, or use a private assessment followed by GP shared care.
Belfast's NHS route
Adult ADHD assessment in Belfast is provided through Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. NHS waits in Northern Ireland have been widely reported as long and change over time — check the trust's website for the current figure. Right to Choose is an NHS England policy and does not apply in Northern Ireland. Check your local health board's website for the current NHS adult ADHD wait figure.
Private route + shared care
Most Belfast patients who don't want to wait years go private and then arrange NHS shared care with their GP. Once shared care is in place, you pay only the standard NHS prescription charge for medication. Use the comparison to pick a provider that supports shared care.
Frequently asked
- Why can't I use Right to Choose in Belfast?
- Right to Choose is an NHS England policy. Northern Ireland has a separate NHS structure that does not operate the same scheme.
- What's the alternative to Right to Choose for Belfast patients?
- Either wait on the NHS list, pay privately, or use private assessment followed by GP shared care for ongoing prescriptions.
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