I still have no report

In May, I was diagnosed with ASD and was asked if I wanted my report. I said yes. 6 weeks later, I hadn't heard anything and asked for this report. I was given different infromation by different people - I wasn't registered at the GP surgery, they (CMHT) have lost report and was then "I have no idea what you mean".

I was promised a letter and had to phone up again last week for it. My letter? It was just I have ASD and that I am now discharged.

I have asked time and time again for a report I've been promised and have had to get PALS and the branch officer of my local NAS involved.

I have since been told they don't give out reports any more. Is this true? I need my report. I can't sort out my benefits without it and am fed up having to ask my GP to write letters for me to prove that I'm on the spectrum.

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  • Hi stranger,

    This sounds like a really frustrating situation. You can request your medical records under the Data Protection Act but there may be limits, I'm not sure. There is a bit more information on the NHS Choices website, here:

    www.nhs.uk/.../1309.aspx

    It might be useful to call the NAS helpline to see if they can advise about whether they can refuse to give you your report. The number is 0808 800 4014. I hope you get a proper response soon.

    philippab - mod

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  • Hi stranger,

    This sounds like a really frustrating situation. You can request your medical records under the Data Protection Act but there may be limits, I'm not sure. There is a bit more information on the NHS Choices website, here:

    www.nhs.uk/.../1309.aspx

    It might be useful to call the NAS helpline to see if they can advise about whether they can refuse to give you your report. The number is 0808 800 4014. I hope you get a proper response soon.

    philippab - mod

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