Referrals
Dr. Neubuerger is Accepting New Patients
A referral from the treating provider's office is required.
Dr. Neubuerger accepts new patients on a case-by-case basis after reviewing documentation provided by the referring physician’s office.
To ensure that the review process and scheduling of appointments is not delayed, the required documentation must be included and faxed to our office.
Fax referrals to
916-290-0002
Required Referral Documents
Patient Contact Information
Full name, address, phone, and email.
Authorization to Treat
Required for Workman's Comp and HMO patients only.
Imaging Reports (MRI & X-Ray)
Must correspond to the correct body part and be no more than a year old.
Patient Insurance Information
Primary and secondary coverage details.
Last 3 Visit Notes
From the referring provider documenting current condition.
Updated Imaging if Needed
If no current imaging exists, the referring provider must order new imaging.
Please Note:
Lack of up-to-date imaging is the most common reason for delays in scheduling new patient appointments.
The Review Process
Once all medical records, imaging reports and authorizations are received, Dr. Neubuerger personally reviews the information.
STEP 01
Records Received
All required documentation arrives via fax and is logged into our review queue.
STEP 02
Personal Review
Dr. Neubuerger personally reviews each case. The process typically takes 5–7 business days.
STEP 03
Outcome Communicated
If a surgical consult is appropriate, we contact the patient directly to schedule an appointment. If not, we notify the referring provider or adjuster.