Lipid Disorder (Elevated Lipids; Hyperlipidemia; Hypercholesterolemia; Familial hypercholesterolemia)

Diagnosis
Lipid disorder (elevated lipids; hyperlipidemia; hypercholesterolemia; familial hypercholesterolemia)
Department
Cardiology; Pediatric Cardiology; Endocrinology and Diabetes; Pediatric Endocrinology

1. Start the referral process:

Use your own referral form or notes* or download one of our forms:

2. Gather records:

For adult referrals, Cardiology:

  • Recent labs
  • Lipid/Triglyceride
  • A1C labs

For Pediatric Cardiology: 

  • All prior fasting lipid studies
  • 3 day-food diary and family history survey
  • Most recent chart notes and any other lab reports

For adult referrals, Endocrinology and Diabetes:

  • Recent chart notes related to diagnosis
  • Labs supporting diagnosis
  • Cholesterol
  • Lipid panel

For Pediatric Endocrinology:

  • Chart notes
  • Growth charts
  • Lab results

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 01, 2024