Lincare’s Rapid Referral program streamlines hospital‑to‑home transitions by expediting referral processing, equipment delivery, and insurance verification, while providing ongoing patient support. These services may help improve therapy adherence and outcomes when a patient selects Lincare as their provider.

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A Seamless Transition from Hospital to Home

Lincare’s Rapid Referral program is designed to streamline the hospital‑to‑home transition for patients who require respiratory equipment, ongoing clinical support and select Lincare as their provider. Through a dedicated representative and support team, we provide clear communication, efficient coordination, and high‑quality service, helping to support patient outcomes and therapy adherence.

Hospitals and facilities can expect predictable and timely referral processing, while patients receive clinically appropriate equipment, education, and follow‑up care tailored to their prescribed therapies.

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Why Choose Lincare's Rapid Referral Program for Your Facility?

Dedicated Support Team: A specialized representative and support team serves as your primary point of contact to ensure efficient communication and seamless coordination at every step.

High-Quality Referral Experience: Our streamlined referral process may enhance patient outcomes, can help manage readmission risk, and may support therapy compliance through proactive outreach and ongoing engagement.

Services We Provide When Patients Choose Lincare

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Equipment & Insurance Support

  • Wide range of clinically appropriate equipment and accessories to meet patient and provider preferences
  • Coverage includes Medicare and most major commercial insurance plans
  • Full insurance verification, including Medicare and commercial plans

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Expedited Referral Handling

  • Priority processing for hospital-originated referrals
  • Rapid acknowledgment of referral receipt
  • Customizable discharge‑based timeframes
  • Immediate notification of missing authorizations or qualification requirements
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Professional Delivery, Setup & Education

  • Fast equipment delivery and in‑home or bedside setup
  • Comprehensive patient education on prescribed equipment and therapy
  • Expedited setup to ensure therapy starts without delay
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Ongoing Patient Support

  • Multiple patient touchpoints within the first 30 days to reinforce therapy adherence
  • Access to trained clinicians and experienced support staff
  • Monitoring of patient compliance and needs, with proactive outreach based on accreditation and insurance standards
  • Lincare will contact the prescribing physician as needed to close gaps in care

Referral Process & Communication

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Dedicated referral phone line and a designated point of contact

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Confirmation of referral receipt and customizable discharge timeframes

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Patient contact within two (2) hours of receiving the referral during normal business hours

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Expedited patient setup

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Prompt updates on barriers that may affect setup or therapy adherence

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Timely communication throughout the process for full transparency

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