For Referrers

Referring Doctors Information

The Breast Imaging Victoria provides comprehensive breast care treatment while keeping the GP and associated doctors up to date with patients progress. Open communication is encouraged in all aspects of our unit.


We have included a frequently asked questions page for Doctors, as well as downloadable resources such as brochures and newsletters for your reading.


Our breast specialists will also provide additional information and guidance on breast issues for Doctors upon request.


About Referrals

  • Referrals may be provided directly to the patient or submitted electronically. To submit a referral electronically, please contact us at 03 9419 6766 for an BIV referral template which may be used or click here to download.
  • Validity: A GP referral for a consultation is valid for 12 months.
  • A specialist referral is valid for 3 months. 
  • If a patient is returning to discuss a new issue within the validity period of their referral, a new issue does require a new referral. This will enable our Breast Specialists to be kept up to date on the patient’s health and it will also enable the patient to be eligible for a Medicare rebate for their consultation.


How Can I Get More Referral Pads/BIV Information?

To request referral pads or BIV brochures please email us or call (03) 94196766. 

They will be provided as soon as possible. 


GP Practice Visit Request by BIV Representative

Yes – we would be happy to arrange an BIV Clinic update visit at your practice by a BIV representative.


Visits can be accommodated Monday to Friday with some exceptions made for outside of office hours visits. Please contact us.


GP Request a Clinic Tour and Meet the Specialists

We welcome the opportunity to give Doctors a tour of our clinic. It is also a great opportunity for Doctors to see the equipment we use and to meet the entire team. Please contact us for further information.


Can I Refer Patients to a Specific Doctor at the Clinic?

If you would like your patient to see a specific specialist at the Clinic please ask that they request this when making their appointment. We always guarantee patients with urgent issues can be seen by a specialist within 48 hours. 


When Will I Get My Patient’s Results?

Correlation of all findings will be performed by the multidisciplinary team and communicated directly to your patients at the end of their visit. When necessary the Breast Physician will contact you on the day your patient visits. A full report is sent to referring doctors within 1-3 days of the patient’s appointment.


Can I Access my Patient's Imaging

Upon request from either the patient and/or referring practitioner, we will provide a copy of the imaging (via disc) free of charge. Just ensure that you tick ‘Y’ to the question, 'Copy of our imaging requested for patients,' on the referral form.


We are currently working on providing SECURE Online Access, which should be available in the near future.

Doctors Image Access

IMAGE ACCESS PORTAL

Download Forms

Referral Form

Guides & Brochures

Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Aspiration of Breast Thyroid Ultrasound & Thyroid Fine needle Aspiration Contrast Enhanced Mammography Ultrasound Guided Needle Core Breast Biopsy Self Breast Check

How Can I Get My Patient’s Results?

BIV is able to deliver results to referring practitioners via post, fax, email or secure electronic messaging services such as Argus or HealthLink. Just indicate your preference on the imaging request slip or referral form.


If you would like to receive correspondence and imaging reports electronically from us, please call 03 9419 6766 or email us .

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