Self referral
Self-referral is a system of access that allows patients to refer themselves to a physiotherapist directly, without having to see or be prompted by another healthcare practitioner. This relates to telephone, electronic technology or face to face services.
(Holdsworth and Webster 2006)
This section sets out:
- the policy context of self referral, including links to relevant government initiatives and commitments
- A practical section, if you were thinking of self referral, including 'top tips' and links to other key websites
- an opportunity for you to feedback to us on self-referral and raise specific questions with CSP professional advisers and interactiveCSP
- what is happening with self referral in the United Kingdom.
This text on this page was last updated on 5 Dec 2007.
