Referral Guide for Primay Care Physicians
Why Doctors Refer Patients to Prairie
Doctors at Prairie appreciate the fact that as a primary care physician you demand the best care possible for your patients. Prairie will exceed your expectations and will provide a compassionate, comfortable and convenient atmosphere for your patients while at the same time providing world-class heart care.
One cardiologist and one nurse will oversee all aspects of your patient’s treatment. They are always available to answer questions from referring doctors, family members or the patient. They keep in close contact with referring doctors on the progress of the patient’s care and treatment.
Prairie’s pledge to referring doctors includes the following:
- Prairie cardiologists will be among the most experienced in the nation.
- Prairie physicians will provide quality care and the most affordable and convenienttreatment available to patients.
- Prairie physicians will be prompt and professional
- Prairie physicians will keep referral doctors informed of results and procedures and answer questions in a timely fashion.
- Because of Prairie’s extensive research, in some instances patients will receive treatment and be introduced to techniques that others won’t know about for several years.
- All Prairie physicians are board certified.
- Prairie patients are discharged sooner with fewer complications.
The Doctors of Prairie except referrals to see patient 18 years and over from
Primary Care MDs or Patients.
Call our Switchboard Mon thru Fri between the hours of 8am and 5pm.
217-788-0706 for Springfield offices
Prairie Heart Institute
Baylis
Prairie Diagnostic Center
217-422-6100 for Decatur offices
St Mary’s
Decatur Memorial Hospital
217-342-3700 for Effingham office
217-228-9450 for Quincy office
618-529-4455 for Carbondale office
Information needed
- Basis Demographic information
- Reason for consultation
- Urgency of appointment
- Any previous testing that may be applicable
- Insurance information
- Referrals as required by insurance
Any special needs of the patient
|
