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This form is used for referring low-income patients to Public Health Dental Clinics for a free dental visit to address urgent dental concerns. It includes sections for the referring physician, patient

How to fill out patient dental referral

How to fill out patient dental referral

1. Begin with the patient's personal information: full name, date of birth, and contact details.
2. Include the referring dentist's information: name, practice name, phone number, and email address.
3. Provide the patient's insurance information, if applicable.
4. Specify the reason for the referral, detailing the dental issue or treatment needed.
5. Indicate any relevant medical history or conditions that may affect treatment.
6. Mention any previous treatments the patient has undergone related to the referral.
7. Add any specific requests or preferences for the referred dental specialist, if any.
8. Conclude with the referring dentist's signature and the date.

Who needs patient dental referral?

1. Patients requiring specialized dental care that their current dentist cannot provide.
2. Individuals needing a second opinion on diagnosis or treatment options.
3. Patients who have complex dental issues such as oral surgery, orthodontics, or periodontics.
4. Dentists who identify the need for specialist intervention for optimal patient care.

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What is patient dental referral?

A patient dental referral is a process where a general dentist sends a patient to a specialist for advanced dental care or treatment not provided in the general practice.

Who is required to file patient dental referral?

Typically, the general dentist who identifies the need for specialized dental care is required to file the patient dental referral.

How to fill out patient dental referral?

To fill out a patient dental referral, the dentist must provide patient information, details of the dental issue, rationale for the referral, and the specialist they are referring to.

What is the purpose of patient dental referral?

The purpose of a patient dental referral is to ensure that patients receive appropriate specialized care that goes beyond the expertise of their general dentist.

What information must be reported on patient dental referral?

Information that must be reported includes the patient's name and contact information, the referring dentist's details, the nature of the dental problem, any relevant medical history, and the requested service from the specialist.