Shorter waiting times for the diagnosis of headache disorders
If the waiting time in the public health system is too long, you may in some cases be diagnosed at Hemi through the Extended Free Hospital Choice or your right to assessment. Read more about your options here.
What does Hemi offer through the Extended Free Hospital Choice?
The list is updated continuously as Hemi is approved for more services.
| Service | Code | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis of headache disorders | 1NE20 | Frederiksberg |
What is the Extended Free Hospital Choice?
The Extended Free Hospital Choice allows patients to choose a private treatment facility if the waiting time in the public sector exceeds the current deadlines for diagnosis or treatment.
The scheme was established to ensure that patients receive access to necessary diagnosis and treatment within a reasonable timeframe - even when capacity in the public healthcare system is strained. At Hemi, we offer diagnosis of headache disorders through this scheme.
Read more: Extended Free Hospital Choice at Sundhed.dk
Diagnostic guarantee
When you are referred to a public hospital, you generally have the right to be diagnosed within 30 days. If the hospital cannot complete your diagnosis within 30 days, they must create a plan for your further care. In many cases, you may also have the option to use your right to diagnosis to be seen by a private provider.
Read more about the right to diagnosis and the diagnostic guarantee at Sundhed.dk.
How it works
- Get a referral from your doctor.
- Receive an appointment notice from the hospital.
- If it is determined that you cannot be diagnosed within 30 days, you should contact the patient advisor in your region of residence.
- The patient advisor can help clarify your rights and explore the possibilities for diagnosis with a private provider.
- Contact Hemi if you would like to hear more about your options with us.
Treatment guarantee
Once you have been diagnosed and require treatment, you are in many cases entitled to receive it within the applicable time limits.
If the region cannot offer treatment within the deadline, you may have the option to use the Extended Free Hospital Choice and select a private treatment provider.
How to proceed
- You will be diagnosed and receive a treatment plan.
- The hospital will provide information regarding the waiting time for treatment.
- If the waiting time exceeds the applicable deadlines, you should contact the patient advisor in your region of residence.
- The patient advisor can help clarify your options through the Extended Free Hospital Choice.
- Contact Hemi if you would like to hear more about your options with us.
Who can use the Extended Free Hospital Choice?
If you are unsure about your rights, we recommend that you contact the patient advisory service in your region.
The Extended Free Hospital Choice may be relevant for you if:
- You have been referred to a hospital by your doctor
- You have received an appointment for diagnosis or treatment
- The waiting time exceeds the current deadlines
- You wish to explore options for diagnosis or treatment at a private hospital or clinic
Diagnosis of headache disorders at Hemi
Hemi offers diagnosis of headache disorders at our clinics. The purpose of the assessment is to clarify the cause of your symptoms and evaluate options for further treatment.
The assessment may be relevant for:
- Migraine
- Chronic headache
- Tension-type headache
- Medication-overuse headache
- Other recurring headache disorders
Frequently asked questions
Yes. To use the investigation guarantee or the Extended Free Hospital Choice, you must generally have a relevant referral from your doctor.
No. If you are covered by the rules for the examination guarantee or the Extended Free Hospital Choice, the examination will be settled between Hemi and your region of residence.
First, read your summons letter carefully. If it appears that you cannot be examined or treated within the applicable deadlines, you should contact the patient counselor in your region of residence. The patient counselor can help clarify your rights and options.
Yes. You are always welcome to contact us if you are unsure about your options.
Yes. We are happy to help with general information about our services and the possibilities for investigation at Hemi.
Waiting times vary, but typically within 2 to 4 weeks. Contact us for current waiting times.
Contact us and we will help you clarify whether you can use the investigation guarantee or the Extended Free Hospital Choice at Hemi.
Are you unsure about your options?
Contact us, and we will help clarify whether you can use the diagnostic guarantee or the Extended Free Hospital Choice at Hemi.
