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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.

Access electronic medical records

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.

Call M-LINE: 800-962-3555
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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Michigan Medicine provides world-class training, diverse opportunities, and the mentorship you need to ignite your career and shape the future of health care.

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