Rheumatology Referral Information
For patient information, please visit the specialty page.Rheumatology Referral Contact Information:
(361) 694-4442
(361) 694-6955
Referring Physicians Must Fax the Following Information:
- DCH patient referral form (script signed by PCP)
- Insurance/Medicaid card (front and back)
- Authorization/referral number, number of visits
- Any notes from other specialists
- Copy of insurance/Medicaid card (front and back)
- Copy of lab results specifically CBC, CMP, CRP, ESR, UA
- If referred for joint pain, must order x ray and bring results
- Progress notes (Notes from PCP, other specialist, previous surgeries or procedures, etc.)
Patients Must Bring the Following to Appointment:
- Patient must be accompanied by parent/guardian (with ID) who knows the history
- Immunization card
- Medications currently in use
- Copy of insurance card
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