Patient Choice for referrals

If our GPs refer you to a specialist, you usually have the right to choose which hospital you go to. You can choose a hospital in your area – or one further away if you wish. You may also choose an independent hospital, if it provides services for the NHS.

You have the right to choose your hospital, but if you prefer, you can ask your GP to help you decide. If you prefer to make your own choice, you will need to use the NHS App or the National Referral Helpline on 0345 608 8888 to select your hospital.

For urgent referrals for suspected cancer, you will not be able to choose your hospital.

You can read more about this on the NHS website.