Referrals
Information for GPs and specialists referring patients to our practice
Referral Required
A current written referral from a GP or specialist is required for all haematology consultations to ensure Medicare rebates are available.
Referral Process
What We Need
- • Detailed referral letter outlining clinical history and reason for referral
- • Recent blood test results (full blood count, film, iron studies as appropriate)
- • Any relevant imaging reports or specialist letters
- • Current medication list
- • Patient contact details
What Happens Next
- • All referrals are reviewed by a haematologist within 24 hours
- • We contact the patient to arrange an appointment
- • Consultation reports are sent to the referring doctor promptly after each visit
- • We maintain regular communication for shared care patients
How to Send a Referral
Please send referrals via phone, fax, or email. We will triage and contact the patient based on clinical priority.
Phone: 0447 863 076 (urgent referrals please call)
Fax: 03 9923 6867
Email: referrals@westernhaematologynetwork.com
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Please include a detailed referral letter, recent blood tests, imaging reports, medication list, and patient contact details. We will acknowledge receipt and arrange booking with the patient.
You can also download and include our Registration form:
Download Registration FormPrefer to Refer by Phone, Fax, or Email?
Phone: 0447 863 076
Fax: 03 9923 6867
Email: referrals@westernhaematologynetwork.com
Correspondence Healthlink: westhaem