eReferral improvements implemented February 23
On February 23, several eReferral updates occurred that affect referring, receiving and triage users. While most changes are minor, you may notice them when using eReferral. 

Here is a full list of the changes.

Change highlights:
  • For Consult Requests – creating users no longer must indicate where each required investigation is located. A new checkbox under Mandatory Requirements allows you to confirm that all labs and diagnostic imaging are included in your attached and/or linked documents.
  • Standard consult form can now be used for all referrals for orthopedics; the Provincial Hip & Knee Consult Request form has been removed.
  • New Consult Request reasons for referral were added for orthopedic surgery and urology as part of the Alberta Surgical Initiative. Starting February 24, you can submit Consult Requests to Facilitated Access to Specialized Treatment (FAST) specialties using eReferral. Note: Using eReferral is not mandatory for all referrals, except for Edmonton Zone urology.
  • OBS-GYN Maternal Fetal Medicine and Surgery – General Surgery (Edmonton Zone only) have been removed from eReferral Advice Request.
  • New Provider Notification option for referring, receiving and triage users added.
As of March 3, in progress FAST referrals are viewable in patient records through the Clinical Document Viewer tree. This includes referrals made for urology and orthopedics. In-progress referrals made to other Edmonton Zone FAST specialties are also visible.

View eReferral training resources. If you have any questions or need additional training support, email ehealthsupport@cgi.com or call 1-855-643-8649.


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