How to submit a referral

  1. Use the correct electronic forms and templates to submit your referral. This will ensure the information is legible and complete.
  2. Ensure the minimum referral requirements, as outlined in the relevant referral guideline, are provided. Your referral may be returned if this information is omitted.
  3. Ensure your patient resides within the catchment area specified by the specialty and meets the eligibility requirements.
  4. Submit your completed form to the Queensland Children’s Hospital Referral Centre. Please note, that unless specifically required by the receiving service, sending your referral directly to a specialist area may result in processing delays.
  5. Send supporting reports and information to the Referral Centre.

Sending referrals

Secure messaging via –

Medical Objects ID: RQ402900084 HealthLink ID: qldrchld

Post: PO Box 3474 South Brisbane Qld 4101 f: 1300 407 281 e: CHQ-REF@health.qld.gov.au (Queensland Health staff only)

Outpatient Call Centre

Patients should contact the Outpatient Call Centre to confirm or change appointments. To provide you with the best possible service, please check your outpatient appointment letter and have your patient reference number (URN) handy (displayed in the top right of the letter).

t: 1300 762 831