Refer A Patient.

Referring Patients to Access Medical

 

Access Medical is a leader in mobility equipment. Our major focus is to take a clinical approach in providing for our patients and meeting their mobility needs. This approach begins with the initial intake, when a patient is referred to work with our practice.

We work closely with physicians, physical therapists, and case managers to assure that the mobility solution addresses the mobility issues now and in the future.

 

Ready to Refer?

Continue below to find out more about referring patients to Access Medical. If you have a patient to refer to us now, please click the button.

Who to Refer?

 
 

We make every effort to assist anyone that is referred to us. The following criteria identifies individuals who we invite you to refer to Access Medical:

  • An individual who is non-ambulatory, who is unable to walk, or is falling when attempting to walk.

  • An individual who is not capable of not propelling a basic manual wheelchair.

  • An individual currently in a wheelchair that does not meet their needs.

  • An individual who has equipment that either requires repair, or is beyond repair.


Regardless if your patient has equipment provided another supplier, Access Medical will work with them to facilitate necessary repairs. If you have additional questions, please contact us at 760-929-2828.

 

Why Refer To Access Medical

 
 
 

“Access Medical has been an excellent partner for clinic wheelchair evaluations and prescribing custom wheelchairs for our complex patients. Blaine Hunt and Access Medical are fast and accurate. They are very skilled and can be trusted. They work to maximize a patient's function and normalize their condition, and they only recommend what is medically necessary. Access Medical is reliable and has been determined to continue providing the best possible care to our patients.”

— Jessie Agrimis, PT, DPT, NCS

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, Certificate in Vestibular Rehabilitation, Outpatient Physical Therapist

 

“Access Medical has been an important resource for our patients who need custom rehabilitation wheelchairs. The team at Access Medical has been reliable, responsible and pleasant to work with. They work to serve our patients to expand their mobility options.”

— Pamela Triano, PT, NCS

Rehabilitation Services, Stanford Neuroscience Health Center

 

“Access Medical has proven themselves to our team and to our patients by promptly delivering custom rehab wheelchairs that impress. Their custom wheelchairs have exemplified precise workmanship and their service has been prompt and courteous. My patients have been very pleased with their outcomes.”

— Michael Lobatz, M.D., APC

Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Medical Director Emeritus, Scripps Rehabilitation & Traumatic Brain Injury Programs

 

Healthcare Professional Resources.

 
 
 

Here you will find steps and a list of documents and downloads to assist with the referral process and helping your Patient get the quickest care possible. In an effort to make the equipment order process as efficient as possible, your assistance in the following steps are crucial.

  • Send progress notes, detailing the need for the equipment.

  • Provide a written order, specific to what you’re requesting with accompanying PT/OT Eval Rx when applicable (ie. wheelchair).

  • Send face sheet with pertinent demographic information.

  • Following all completed evaluations, all documentation will be submitted to you for your review and signature. Once we receive all signed documentation, the process is complete.

Note: If a patient calls you for servicing or equipment repairs, begin with step one with all applicable information specific to a repair.