Getting a Specialist Referral

विशेषज्ञ रेफरल लिने

Health

Context: A patient discusses a referral to a specialist for persistent back pain with their GP.

Doctor

English

I've reviewed your test results. The physiotherapy hasn't helped enough, so I think it's time to see a specialist.

बिरामी

नेपाली

विशेषज्ञ भनेको कस्तो डाक्टर हुनुहुन्छ? मेरो ढाड दुखाइ तीन महिनादेखि कम भएको छैन।

Doctor

English

I'd like to refer you to an orthopaedic surgeon. They specialise in bone and joint problems. They'll assess whether you need further treatment.

बिरामी

नेपाली

के मेडिकेयरले विशेषज्ञको शुल्क कभर गर्छ?

Doctor

English

Medicare covers part of the specialist fee. If the specialist bulk bills, there's no cost. Otherwise, you'll pay the gap between their fee and the Medicare rebate.

बिरामी

नेपाली

म बल्क बिल गर्ने विशेषज्ञ खोज्न चाहन्छु। कतिपटक सम्म भेट्नुपर्ला?

Doctor

English

Usually you'll have an initial consultation, then possibly an MRI scan, and then a follow-up. The referral is valid for twelve months.

बिरामी

नेपाली

MRI कहाँ गराउनुपर्छ?

Doctor

English

The specialist will order the MRI and send you to a radiology centre. Most MRI scans are partly covered by Medicare if you have a referral.

बिरामी

नेपाली

ठीक छ डाक्टर। रेफरल लेटर कहिले तयार हुन्छ?

Doctor

English

I'll prepare it now and send it electronically. You can call the specialist's office directly to make an appointment. Here's their contact details.

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