Physiotherapy

Required information

In order for us to be able to accept your patient for review and treatment, referring GP’s/Medical Specialists are required to provide the following detail in your referral.

Essential information

• Full name
• Address and phone numbers
• Date of birth
• Indigenous status
• Referring GP details
• Health insurance details
• Preferred language and interpreter requirements
• Medicare eligibility & number
• Mobility needs​
• Advanced Care Plan
• Medical Power of Attorney

Clinical information

• Presenting problem and duration of symptoms
• GP diagnosis or provisional diagnosis, if known
• Relevant medical history
• Relevant social history or special needs
• Current medications
• Investigation results
• Allergies or warnings
• Physical examination results
• Management to date and response to treatment