Refer a Patient to Southcoast Health

Southcoast Health has a network of exceptional physicians and hospitals that are qualified to go above and beyond to meet the needs of our patients. If you would like to refer your patient to a specialist in southeastern Massachusetts or Rhode Island, we have the resources necessary for a smooth transition.

Referring to a Southcoast Physician Practice

Contact the physician  practice or service location directly to learn more about referring a patient.

Referral to a Southcoast Hospital

Our bed placement coordinator facilitates placement and movement for all patients and upholds the policies and guidelines across the hospital system. The coordinator also serves as a liaison for physicians, admitting staff and care coordination teams so that the patient receives optimal care.

The transfer center facilitates:

• Patient admission
• Patient discharge
• Intra-­hospital and interfacility transfer processes

If you are a physician or staff member looking to arrange bed placement for a patient in Fall River, New Bedford, Wareham, MA, or a surrounding area, contact our transfer center, which is open 24/7:

Toll Free Phone: 1-855-­659-­9090
Phone: 508-973-­2222

Southcoast Health accepts doctor referrals for patients throughout the South Coast region.