How to Refer a Patient
Fast, Reliable Psychiatric Follow-Up You Can Count On
At MindHealth MD, we make it easy for treatment providers, discharge planners, and care coordinators to refer patients who need immediate psychiatric care after inpatient, residential, or outpatient programs.
Our model is designed specifically for transitional care—offering appointments within 48–72 hours, in-network billing, and structured psychiatric oversight that helps patients stay stable and supported as they move forward.
Who You Can Refer
Adults 18+
Patients discharging from psychiatric hospitals, detox, or residential care
Individuals on waitlists for psychiatry or therapy
Clients requiring medication management or psychiatric reassessment
Patients with co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions
College students or professionals in need of discreet psychiatric care
What You Can Expect After Referral
- Contact within 24 business hours of receiving the referral
- Appointment scheduled in 48–72 hours
- Full psychiatric evaluation with medication recommendations or adjustments
- Short-term stabilization and coordination with your team, if requested
- Documentation and communication back to your facility (with appropriate releases)
- Ongoing care or safe transition to long-term providers
Information to Include in Referral (When Possible)
Patient name and contact information
Reason for referral and level of recent care
Current medications and prescribing provider
Relevant diagnoses or presenting symptoms
Insurance information (or indication of self-pay if applicable)
Preferred scheduling method (virtual or in-person)
Why Providers Refer to MindHealth MD
- Appointments in 48–72 hours
- Licensed psychiatric providers only
- In-network with most major commercial insurers and Medicare
- Designed for discharge planning and continuity of care
- Virtual and in-person options for flexible access
- Open communication and medical documentation sharing when permitted
