Clinics & services

Community Rehabilitation Services

Community Rehabilitation Services referrals

We accept referrals from GPs, specialists and other health practitioners.

Refer your patient

For internal referrals

Cerner for inpatients – HIP Community Programs

Phone: HIP Central Intake, Ext 2211, press 1

For community referrers

Community Rehabilitation Services

Phone: 03 9496 2211 (press 1)

Fax: 03 9496 4337

Email: hipcentralintake@austin.org.au

Open hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm

Key information for referrers

Eligibility for CRS:

  • over 18 years of age
  • consent to participate
  • be medically stable
  • have functional rehabilitation goals
  • be cognitively able to actively participate in a rehabilitation program

Referrals should include:

  • patient details including address, date of birth and contact phone numbers
  • the reason for referral
  • relevant clinical history for the client
  • list of current medications
  • any risks to clients or staff
  • goals of therapy

Our catchment area

Distance from Austin Health is not a barrier for clients attending centre-based services, however we encourage referral to the clients nearest service.

Current wait times

The current wait time for this service (from receipt of referral) is between 2 to 6 weeks.

Alternative local services