Get referred to Paloma Health via NHS Right to Choose

Follow these steps to request a NHS Right to Choose referral:
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• Book an appointment with your NHS GP
  ‍Only GPs can make a NHS Right to Choose referral
  
• Prepare for questions from the GP on why your child needs an autism assessment
  We recommend completing the M-Q ASC form (for children aged 5 and up) which looks for signs of autism, and using this form as evidence for needing an assessment.
  
  If you find M-Q ASC too long, there is a shorter AQ-10 option which is focused on male presentations of autism:
  - the AQ-10 for children aged 4-11
  - the AQ-10 for adolescents aged 12-15
  - the AQ-10 for anyone aged 16 and older
  
• Direct the GP to the Paloma website to make a referral
  ‍Direct your GP to the “How to refer?” page on our website for a quick and easy guide.
  
• Your GP can easily complete a autism assessment referral form online (or via email if they are based in Norfolk and Waveney)

We are here to help you prepare, please remember:

• If your GP wishes to make an NHS autism assessment referral, it’s your legal right to choose which NHS service you are referred to
  
• Your GP must make the referral. Schools cannot refer to NHS Right to Choose services.
  
• There are no medications for autism, and therefore your GP should not be asking you to sign anything about responsibility for medication costs when making a referral
  

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You might have waited a long time to get an assessment. At Paloma Health, we’re committed to providing high-quality care, clear communication, and dedicated support every step of the way.

Please do reach out if you have questions.
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