Direct referralDirect referral, also known as self-referral, is becoming more widely practiced and has proven particularly popular for people with chronic (long-term) conditions who know what type of treatment they require.If you have a long-term condition and you have received physiotherapy in the past as part of your treatment programme, you may decide to contact a physiotherapist directly without being referred by your GP.Self-referral has several benefits including: * saving time - both for GPs and patients, * reducing waiting times for patients, * improved levels of attendance at appointments, and * empowering patients to self-manage their condition.
Comments1 Comments about ‘Accessing physiotherapy’Our rules:Jamesowers said on 27 March 2010You haven't said given a link to where I can find my nearest physio or HOW i can directly refer myself...
In 2009/10 we will:- Use the models currently operating in South and Central Manchester to develop a specification for a new service to be introduced in North Manchester and enhance those already in place in South and Central. Pilot self referral to physiotherapy so that patients can be empowered to refer themselves if their condition worsens rather than having to book via a GP.
according to NHS website this can be doneQuoteDirect referral, also known as self-referral, is becoming more widely practiced...Unfortunately it doesn't tell you how to do it.
Direct referral, also known as self-referral, is becoming more widely practiced...