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We want your patients to have the best experiences possible, especially when you choose to refer them to us. 

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Referring Provider Resources

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Refer or Transfer a Patient

If you're a health professional who needs to transfer a patient to U-M Health, one call connects your patients with world-class services and advanced care.

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Upload Your Images

Securely transfer images electronically to U-M Health through Life Image, a third-party HIPAA-compliant image exchange network.

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Access Electronic Medical Records

There are several options for referring physicians to access their patients’ electronic medical records. Find the option that will best meet your practice's needs.

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Contact Us

M-LINE is a single, 24-hour, toll-free number for referring physicians and their staff seeking access to clinical services and faculty at University of Michigan Health.

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U-M Health Physician Liaison Team

Meet the Physician Liaison Team

Our Physician Liaison team is dedicated to providing personalized service to community-based physicians.

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Clinical Colleague Newsletter

We are committed to communicating with our referring providers. Sign up for Clinical Colleague Newsletter email updates from U-M Health.

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Speakers Bureau

Michigan Medicine's Speakers Bureau is one way for our providers to engage with colleagues across the state of Michigan.

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