Create better interoffice communication. Any patient who is referred for interdisciplinary care should trigger a conversation between the two offices. All too often, written communication goes unread with critical patient information overlooked, such as predisposition to care, personality type, dental background, etc…. all of which can compromise patient care. Better communication can eliminate such possibilities.

More thoughts about communicating with referring doctors – In a recent blog post, Dr. Levin gives “Three Reasons to Host Referral Events.” To read it, click here.