Diagnosis Waiting Times - FOI Response Register

FoI Number
2023-452
Subject
Diagnosis Waiting Times
Date Received
01/11/2023
Request and Response

Please provide the following information:

  1. The current number of children waiting for

(i) An Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis:  

With regards to patient’s being diagnosed through the Paediatrics pathway in accordance with FOISA s 17(1), NHS Shetland confirms that it does not hold the information requested.

113 within Speech and Language Therapy

26 within CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services)

(ii) Other neurodiverse diagnosis after being referred to CAMHS or any other relevant service: 

In accordance with FOISA s 17(1), NHS Shetland confirms that it does not hold the information requested.

  1. The current waiting time for such referrals: 

Speech and Language Therapy: 9 months

CAMHS: 6-12 months