Not every GP offers the same ADHD service. A few quick questions can save you money, time and a wasted visit. Here are six, and what a clear answer sounds like.
Dr Jaspreet Saini, Rosedale Medical Practice, West Pennant Hills. Looking after local families since 1997.
1. Do you perform the initial assessment?
Some practices only provide ongoing care for people already diagnosed. Ask if they do the first assessment.
A clear answer: “Yes, our endorsed GP assesses new patients.”
If the answer is “we refer you elsewhere first”, ask who does the assessment and how long that takes.
2. Can you diagnose ADHD?
This sounds obvious, but it is worth asking. Some clinics only collect information and send you elsewhere.
A clear answer: “Yes, the same doctor who assesses you can make the diagnosis.”
Before you book
Keep a note of each answer. It makes comparing options much easier.
3. Can you start treatment if it is appropriate?
If you are diagnosed, you do not want to start again with someone new. Ask if the GP can begin treatment where it suits you.
A clear answer: “Yes, if it is appropriate, we can discuss starting treatment at your feedback visit.”
4. What is the total cost?
Ask for the full figure, not just the first visit. Make sure it covers every part of the assessment.
A clear answer: a single price, with what it includes. At Rosedale, the adult assessment is $1,202.45, which includes a $2.45 HotDoc platform fee. The fee covers both the first visit and the feedback visit.
You can see the breakdown on our assessment cost page.
5. How many appointments are involved?
Ask how many visits there are and how long each one is. ADHD assessment takes time to do properly, so very short visits are worth a question.
A clear answer: “Two visits: a 60-minute first visit, then a feedback visit a few weeks later.” That is how we do it.
6. Are you taking new patients?
Wait times can be long. Ask if they are open to new patients and roughly when the first visit could be.
A clear answer: a real date range, or an honest “we are booked out until…” so you can plan.
Ask too whether the first visit is in person or online, and where it takes place.
What to do with the answers
If a clinic cannot answer these clearly, that is useful information. You deserve to know what you are signing up for.
Write the answers down as you go. Then you can look at them side by side later and choose with a calm head.
Remember, a good fit is about more than price. It is about clear steps, a doctor who has time for you, and no surprises.
Our ADHD pathways page shows how each type of GP fits in NSW. For how we run assessments, read our ADHD diagnosis guide.
Related reading
- How much does an adult ADHD assessment cost in Sydney?
- Do I still need a psychiatrist if my GP diagnoses ADHD?
- Endorsed ADHD GP vs continuation prescriber in NSW
- Adult ADHD assessment at Rosedale
Common questions
Do I need a referral to book an ADHD assessment?
At Rosedale, adults 18 and over can book directly. No referral is needed.
Why does the total cost matter more than the first visit fee?
Some services quote one visit and add more later. A total cost shows the real figure from the start.
Is it rude to ask a clinic these questions?
Not at all. Good clinics are happy to answer. Clear answers help both sides.
What if the clinic is not taking new patients?
Ask about their wait time, or whether they can suggest another endorsed GP. Our pathways page also helps.
Ready for a gentle first step?
If you are still weighing things up, our free two-minute fit check can help you choose a starting point.
Try the fit check →Medically reviewed by Dr Jaspreet Saini, FRACGP, 8 October 2026