Patient Referral Process for Radiology Services
Thank you for your Trust
Thank you for choosing Broken Hill Radiology and entrusting your patients to our care. We are committed to providing accessible, timely and high-quality diagnostic imaging services while keeping referring practitioners informed throughout their patient's care.
Who Can Refer
General Practitioners (GPs), Medical Specialists, Dental Practitioners, and other eligible healthcare practitioners may refer for diagnostic imaging, subject to the requirements applicable to the requested imaging service.
Diagnostic imaging requests generally remain valid until the requested examination has been performed, subject to any specific Medicare or clinical requirements that may apply.
Availability
We maintain allocated patient appointments every day. We can also accommodate urgent requests when medically necessary.
Location
Broken Hill Radiology is conveniently located at:
304 Sulphide Street
Broken Hill NSW 2880
Referrals and Imaging Requests
Please ensure the imaging request includes relevant clinical information, the examination required and any information that may assist our radiologists and imaging team.
A clear clinical question and relevant patient history help us tailor the examination appropriately and provide the referrer with a clinically useful report.
Results and Reports
Our aim is to provide referring practitioners with timely access to diagnostic imaging reports and results.
Where an examination identifies a finding requiring urgent clinical attention, our radiologists will follow appropriate procedures to communicate significant or time-critical findings to the referring practitioner.
Feedback and Clinical Enquiries
We value our relationships with referring practitioners and welcome feedback about our imaging services, patient experience and reporting.
Referrers are encouraged to contact Broken Hill Radiology if they wish to discuss an imaging request, patient requirements or other aspects of our service.
Contact Broken Hill Radiology
For appointments, urgent referrals, clinical enquiries or general assistance, please contact us at:
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Patient Referral Guidelines
What documentation is required for a patient referral?
Referrals must include a completed referral form, patient identification details, clinical history, and the specific imaging requested. Providing detailed clinical notes helps prioritize and tailor the imaging service.
Incomplete referrals may delay appointment scheduling. Please ensure all sections of the form are filled accurately.
How can I submit a referral to BHR?
You can submit referrals by email, or through our secure online portal. Contact our office for access details or assistance with electronic submissions. Email: admin@brokenhillradiology.com.au
What is the expected turnaround time for scheduling?
Once a complete referral is received, appointments are typically scheduled within 3 to 5 business days, depending on the imaging modality and urgency.
Urgent cases are prioritized; please indicate urgency clearly on the referral form.
Who can I contact for referral inquiries?
Contact us at (08) 8088 5958 or email: admin@brokenhillradiology.com.au
Are there specific referral forms for different imaging services?
Tailored referral forms are only available for: Bone Density Scans, National Lung Cancer Screening Program, Cardiology Diagnostic Imaging.
Can referrals be updated or cancelled after submission?
Contact the admin to amend or cancel the referral.
Is patient consent required for referrals?
Yes, healthcare providers must obtain informed consent from patients before submitting referrals to BHR, in line with privacy and medical ethics standards.
Ensure patients understand the purpose and nature of the imaging procedure prior to referral.
