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Hospital Referrals
Helpful information and guidance for patients waiting for a hospital consultation, treatment or surgery.
Referrals for specialist care
You're entitled to ask for a referral for specialist treatment on the NHS. The NHS website describes what you can expect to happen when your GP refers you to see a specialist or consultant at a hospital or a community health centre.
Manage your referral
You can find your booking reference number and access code in the referral letters sent to you.
My planned care
Millions of patients on the waiting list for NHS care will be able to access support and check wait times at their fingertips thanks to a new online platform called My Planned Care.
The platform will allow patients and their carers to access information ahead of their planned appointment, operation or treatment through the touch of a button.
