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Quarter of hospital referrals are sent straight back to GPs, survey finds
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The referral process from GPs to hospitals is a crucial step in ensuring patients receive specialist care when needed, and any inefficiencies in this system can have significant implications for patient outcomes and healthcare resource allocation. Hospital referrals are typically made when a GP believes a patient requires more specialized attention or treatment than can be provided in a primary care setting. The rejection and return of referrals to GPs may indicate a need for improved communication or coordination between primary and secondary care providers.
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Daily Mail
Quarter of hospital referrals are sent straight back to GPs, survey finds
Around a quarter of patient referrals to hospitals are being rejected and returned to GPs, a poll has found.
16 Aug, 23:01