Published September 8th 2022

Loraine Evans, a Practice Nurse at Pebble Beach Medical Centre in Queensland, has used e-Referrals since they first became available to refer patients to My Aged Care. Loraine says she saves around 15 minutes per referral compared to her previous referral method. She recommends other practices make the switch to e-Referrals as they are so easy to complete with minimal time spent on them.

How long have you been using My Aged Care e-Referrals?

Since as soon as they became available.

How did you previously send referrals to My Aged Care

Make a referral form on the My Aged Care website.

What do you like most about My Aged Care e-Referrals?

Instant feedback if not completed properly.

How much time do you think you save per referral by using My Aged Care e-Referrals compared to your previous referral methods?

15 minutes.

How do My Aged Care e-Referrals benefit patients?

Lodged immediately.

Would you recommend My Aged Care e-Referrals to other practices? Why?

They are so easy to complete with minimum time spent on them.

How easy was it to learn to use e-Referrals?

Very easy as there are prompts to remind you to check.

Which Practice Management System do you use?

Best Practice