Letter Regarding Consultant Physicians Requesting Re-Referrals

Over the past several months, a number of members have reached out to the Division expressing concerns about the re-referral process; in particular, family doctors are asked to provide a No Charge Referral (03333) after a 6-month period, even if the patient is receiving specialist care for an ongoing condition. In July, the Division’s Continuity of Care Committee met with representatives from Doctors of BC’s Consultation Working Group and Tariff Committee to discuss the issue and the Referral Process FAQ. The findings can be accessed below.