Right to Choose

EPIC are an approved provider for NHS Right to Choose autism assessment for age 8-18 years. It is important to recognise that this is a completely different pathway to other assessment pathways and support services that we offer. Before a referral is made please see the below so that you are aware of the differences between our services. 

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Private Autism Assessment

  • Unique, high quality assessment that exceeds NICE guidance*
  • Self referral
  • Consultant led
  • 0-25 years
  • Holistic assessment that considers all concerns and possible explanations
  • 2 or more additional professionals
  • Cognitive assessment included
  • No/minimal wait
  • Consultant feedback and individualised written report
  • Individualised support offer

Right to Choose Autism Assessment

  • Standard specification, follows NICE guidance*
  • GP referral
  • Specialist GP led
  • 8-18 years
  • Targeted assessment that considers only whether criteria are met for diagnosis of autism (ASD)
  • 1 additional professional
  • No cognitive assessment
  • 14+ week wait
  • Specialist GP feedback and standardised written report
  • Standardised support offer
*National Institute for Health and Care Clinical Excellence, an independent  organisation in the UK responsible for producing evidence based guidelines to improve health care services. 

If you wish to proceed with a Right to Choose assessment please see the below guidance. 

GP Guidance

Family Guidance

You will need to discuss with your GP and ask them to complete the below referral form and send to . This form will shortly be available in an electronic version. 

Referral Form