Referrals
If your GP has referred you for further care, you can find information below about the referral process, choosing where you receive your care and tracking your referral.
2 Week wait (fast track) referrals
If you have been referred via the 2 week wait system, please view the patient referral information leaflet explaining what to expect.
NHS right to choose – choosing your hospital or provider
You may be able to choose which NHS hospital or provider you are referred to for your first outpatient appointment under the NHS Right to Choose scheme.
If you have a hospital or provider in mind, please let us know when you request your referral or within a week of the referral being made. This helps us make sure your referral is sent to the correct place. If no preference is given, your referral will usually be sent to the local hospital that provides this service.
There isn’t a single NHS website that lists all hospitals and providers available under NHS Right to Choose, so patients are encouraged to look into their options themselves. You might find it helpful to consider location, waiting times, and the service offered. Once you’ve decided, just let the practice know your choice.
Please be aware that:
- Right to Choose applies to first outpatient appointments only
- Not all services are covered
- Some providers may have specific referral criteria
- Waiting times can vary, and referrals are accepted at the provider’s discretion
NHS e-referral tracking
If your doctor has referred you to a specialist for further care, you will receive a letter from us giving details of the referral and any passwords you may need.
To track your e-referral you will need the following details to log into the e-Referral website:
- Your date of birth
- Reference number – this will be on the first page of your letter
- Password – this will be on the second page of your letter