Physician Referral Form

Referrals are completed in healthcare for a few reasons. They are critical for ensuring patients receive the kind of care that they require. Physicians will have extensive professional networks and so are the most capable of putting patients in touch with the necessary physicians. Referrals are also important for allowing patients to receive insurance coverage and establishing good communication between different healthcare facilities.

Physician referral forms should be completed every time that you refer a patient to a specialist. It is a good habit to keep your forms accessible so they can be filled out at the end of a session with a patient. This will allow your patient greater flexibility when it comes to booking their first session with the specialist and also saves you from completing extra documentation in your spare time.

Although insurance provider policies differ, the general answer is yes. Most insurance providers require a referral form in order for the patient to be covered. Before you write a referral or accept a patient’s insurance, you should validate the provider’s coverage and ensure that the patient is aware of the financial responsibilities.