Consultation Process
Step-by-step guide to initiating a consultation, from request submission through EMR integration, evidence-based analysis, interprofessional review, and report delivery.
How to Initiate a Consultation
Starting a consultation with Health Link is simple and designed to minimize impact on your facility's daily workflow. Our streamlined process ensures you receive expert recommendations quickly and securely.
Request for Consultation
Submit a consultation request through our secure platform. The request includes:
- Provider identification and credentials
- Patient case summary and relevant clinical information
- Specific consultation questions or areas of concern
- Current medication list and diagnoses
Clinical Data Abstraction
Our platform integrates with your EMR system to securely extract relevant clinical data:
- HIPAA Compliant: All data handling meets SOC II security standards
- EMR Integration: Seamless connection with electronic health records
- Comprehensive Data Capture: Medication history, diagnoses, treatments, lab results, and population health utilization data
Evidence-Based Analysis
Cases are processed through our proprietary platform:
Clinical Algorithms
Evidence-based algorithms analyze case complexity
Health Industry Reference Resources
Proprietary content and patent-pending methodologies
Cross-Disciplinary Evaluation
Licensed, credentialed practitioners from relevant specialties review each case
Interprofessional Consultation
Our team of specialists collaborates to develop comprehensive recommendations:
Psychiatrists
Evaluate behavioral health components
Clinical Pharmacologists
Assess medication optimization opportunities
Clinical Pathologists
Review diagnostic accuracy and lab correlations
Consultative Report Delivery
Receive a detailed Consultative Report® via secure transmission:
Diagnostic Accuracy Assessment
Verification of current diagnoses and identification of potential gaps
Therapeutic Appropriateness
Analysis of current treatment plans
Actionable Recommendations
Specific interventions, triggers to monitor, and red flags
Comorbid Condition Management
Suggestions for addressing related conditions (DM/CCM)
Medication Optimization Plan
Comprehensive review and reconciliation recommendations
Consultation Timeline
Consultations are typically completed and reports delivered within a timeframe that supports timely clinical decision-making. The exact timeline depends on case complexity and data availability.
Designed for Minimal Disruption
Health Link services are designed with minimal disruption to your existing workflows:
Little to No Daily Impact
Services integrate seamlessly into existing clinical processes
Flexible Request Options
Submit consultations at your convenience
Secure Digital Delivery
Reports delivered directly to your EMR or secure email
CPT 99452 Compliant
Billing aligns with standard interprofessional consultation codes
Covered by Payors
All consultation services are covered by payors, meaning:
No Cost to Providers
Zero fees for requesting or receiving consultations
No Cost to Facilities
Skilled nursing facilities, provider groups, and healthcare organizations pay nothing
Standard Billing
Services billed to appropriate payors using established CPT codes
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