Policies and right to choose

Hi,

I’ve read that GPs should not use a blanket policy for refusing private shared care agreements. Is this true? I’ve been told I should expect the GP to consider my case on an individual basis? Thank you

Its a bit of a tricky one. My understanding is that GPs do not need to accept Right to Choose. You can appeal against the decision, but ultimately I don’t think they are legally obliged to accept.

I think Henry would be a good person to ask about this: