Bone and Joint Infections (Prosthetic Joint Infections)

Diagnosis
Bone and joint infections (Prosthetic joint infections)
Department
Infectious Diseases; Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation

1. Start the referral process:

Use your own referral form or notes* or download our form:

Adult referral form

2. Gather records:

For Infectious Diseases:

  • Chart notes related to diagnosis
  • Lab results
  • Imaging scan results (images pushed through IMPAX if electronically available or copy in CD mailed upon request)

For Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation:

  • Recent clinic notes, if available

3. Fax the referral and all records to 503-346-6854.

* Referral notes or forms should include:

  • Patient name, date of birth, sex, address and phone number
  • Referring provider’s name, address and phone number
  • Diagnosis or reason for referral
  • Department patient is being referred to
  • Most recent chart notes supporting the diagnosis or reason for referral

For help or to arrange provider-to-provider advice, call 503-494-4567.

Date Revised May 16, 2022