Transfer a patient to Studer Family Children’s Hospital
As a referring provider, you are connected directly with the accepting physician and bed placement. We streamline phone calls to get your patient transferred as quickly as possible. The transfer center is available by phone 24/7 to provide a centralized point of access and a coordinated transfer process for inter-facility transfers to Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart.
After requesting a transfer, our experienced transfer coordinator will handle the complete transfer process, including:
- Arranging for a patient bed
- Arranging for patient transportation
- Communicating with nursing
- Consulting with the accepting physician
- Taking admitting orders
- All other transfer needs
Please be ready to provide the following information when calling:
- Basic patient condition
- Patient name
- Referring physician and hospital
- Service needed
- Your name
- Your phone number