Medical Referral

Facilitates rapid and appropriate outpatient linkage when transferring from commissioned hospitals,
regional veterans hospitals, or other medical institutions to the VHS Medical Center

• Step 1

  Visit and treatment at a partner or community hospital

  Referral request Response regarding transfer eligibility
• Step 2

  How to request a medical referral to the VHS Medical Center
  Send referral form and medical opinion via fax
  Exchange medical information electronically through linked medical institutions
  Submit referral through the HIRA referral–return intermediary portal

• Step 3

  After confirming the referral details, coordinate with the relevant
  department for a prompt and appropriate outpatient appointment

• Step 4

  Consultation, hospitalization, and testing

• Step 5

  Discharge, return referral, or re-referral