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Refer a patient for iron infusion IV therapy during pregnancy

Helping OB-GYNs, midwives and clinical teams address iron-deficiency anemia during pregnancy with timely, coordinated iron infusion therapy.
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IV IRON INFUSION ORDER FORM

When to refer patients for iron infusions during pregnancy

Iron infusion IV therapy may be appropriate when timely correction of iron-deficiency anemia is needed before delivery.

Intravenous iron infusion therapy can help patients with:

  • Moderate to severe iron-deficiency anemia
  • Failure or intolerance to oral iron
  • Third-trimester anemia
  • Significant anemia prior to scheduled C-section
  • Postpartum anemia requiring rapid correction

Benefits of IV iron therapy

When clinically indicated, iron IV therapy can help:

  • Restore iron levels more quickly and effectively than oral iron 
  • Reduce the likelihood of transfusion at delivery
  • Increase the chance of correcting anemia before delivery
  • Improve patient outcomes

How to refer a prenatal patient for IV iron therapy

Referring a patient for iron therapy services at Ascension Saint Thomas is easy. Just complete the form — our team will take it from there. Follow these easy steps:

  1. Download and fax the order form:  Download the IV iron infusion order form here. Once complete, fax the form to our pharmacy intake team at XXX-XXX-XXXX.
  2. We contact your patient and schedule the iron infusion:  Our team reviews the order, verifies insurance coverage and handles any prior authorization. From there, we’ll contact your patient directly to review financial responsibility and schedule treatment at an Ascension Saint Thomas infusion center in Middle Tennessee. This process serves as a “one stop shop,” reducing delays so patients can begin treatment sooner.
  3. We contact your office once treatment is complete:  Once iron infusion IV therapy is complete, your office receives confirmation and any treatment notes.

Have questions? Call our pharmacy team at XXX-XXX-XXXX.

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What your patients can expect

Ascension Saint Thomas works as an extension of your care team to help your pregnant patients manage their anemia with IV iron infusion therapy.

  • Experienced providers: Our infusion team is experienced in administering IV iron during pregnancy.
  • Efficient visits: Most appointments take 30–60 minutes per session, depending on the medication.
  • Clinically aligned therapy: Our pharmacy-led team ensures your patients receive the most appropriate IV iron infusion therapy, balancing your clinical intent with insurance formulary requirements, site-of-care mandates and patient-specific considerations, including cost, number of treatments and access barriers (like transportation).
  • Prompt scheduling: We work with your office to schedule infusions quickly and coordinate follow-up dosing to support timely anemia treatment during pregnancy.

Our iron infusion locations in Middle Tennessee

Ascension Saint Thomas Hickman
135 E. Swan St., Centerville, TN 37033
(931) 729-4271

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
2000 Church St., Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 284-5555

Ascension Saint Thomas River Park
1559 Sparta St., McMinnville, TN 37110
(931) 815-4000

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
1700 Medical Center Pkwy., Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 396-4100