Rehabilitation and Medical Referrals
Everything you need to know about rehabilitation and medical referrals to Robina Private Hospital.
Refer a Patient to Robina Private Hospital
Robina Private Hospital partners with General Practitioners, Rehabilitation Physicians, Specialists, Surgeons and healthcare professionals to provide timely access to inpatient rehabilitation and medical care on the Gold Coast.
Our experienced multidisciplinary team supports patients recovering from illness, injury, surgery and complex medical conditions through personalised treatment programs focused on improving function, independence and quality of life.
Whether your patient requires rehabilitation, reconditioning, post-surgical recovery or specialist medical care, our Admissions Team can assist with referral suitability, funding eligibility and admission coordination.
Rehabilitation Referral Pathway
Specialist Inpatient Rehabilitation
Robina Private Hospital provides specialist inpatient rehabilitation services for patients requiring multidisciplinary support following illness, injury, surgery or neurological conditions.
Our rehabilitation programs are designed to help patients regain independence, improve function and safely transition back to their home and community.
Our rehabilitation team includes:
- Rehabilitation Physicians
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Speech Pathologists
- Dietitians
- Social Workers
- Specialist Rehabilitation Nurses
- Allied Health Assistants
Every patient receives an individualised rehabilitation program tailored to their goals, abilities and recovery needs.
When Should You Refer for Rehabilitation?
Referral may be appropriate when a patient requires:
- Inpatient rehabilitation
- Functional restoration
- Mobility improvement
- Falls prevention strategies
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Orthopaedic rehabilitation
- Reconditioning following illness or surgery
- Multidisciplinary allied health support
- Goal-focused recovery planning
All referrals are assessed to determine suitability and establish rehabilitation goals prior to admission.
Why Refer to Robina Private Hospital?
Dedicated Rehabilitation Services
Our rehabilitation programs are designed to help patients maximise recovery, restore function and improve independence following illness, injury or surgery.
Multidisciplinary Approach
Patients have access to Rehabilitation Physicians, Medical Specialists, Nurses and Allied Health Professionals working together towards shared recovery goals.
Comprehensive Care
From neurological rehabilitation and orthopaedic recovery to inpatient medical management, we provide a broad range of services under one roof.
Personalised Treatment Plans
Every patient receives an individualised care plan tailored to their medical condition, functional needs and recovery objectives.
Continuity of Care
We work collaboratively with referrers, patients and families to support ongoing recovery and transition planning.
How to Refer for Rehabilitation
Step 1 – Determine Suitability
Consider whether your patient would benefit from inpatient rehabilitation following illness, injury, surgery or functional decline.
Step 2 – Confirm Funding
Patients may be eligible through:
- Private Health Insurance
- Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
- WorkCover
- Compulsory Third Party (CTP)
- Self-funded arrangements
Step 3 – Submit Referral Documentation
Please provide relevant clinical information, medical history and supporting documentation to assist with assessment.
Step 4 – Patient Assessment
Our team will review the referral, confirm suitability and discuss admission options where appropriate.
Step 5 – Admission Coordination
Once accepted, our team will coordinate:
- Rehabilitation Physician allocation
- Funding approval
- Admission date
- Rehabilitation program planning
Medical Admission Referral Pathway
Robina Private Hospital provides inpatient medical care for patients requiring specialist treatment, monitoring and management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
Our medical team works collaboratively with referring practitioners to deliver high-quality patient-centred care in a supportive hospital environment.
When Should You Refer for Medical Admission?
Referral may be appropriate when a patient requires:
- Ongoing inpatient medical management
- Specialist physician oversight
- Monitoring and stabilisation
- Medical treatment not requiring emergency care
- Post-operative recovery support
- Medical management prior to discharge home
Exclusion Criteria
Robina Private Hospital is not able to accept patients requiring:
- Emergency Department services
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU) admission
- Coronary Care Unit (CCU) admission
- High Dependency Unit (HDU) care
- Acute stroke management
- Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack)
- Patients requiring emergency assessment following a fall with suspected fracture or head injury
Patients requiring urgent or emergency care should be directed to the nearest Emergency Department.
How to Refer for Medical Admission
Step 1 – Determine Suitability
Consider whether your patient requires inpatient medical treatment and monitoring.
Step 2 – Confirm Funding
Patients may be eligible through:
- Private Health Insurance
- Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
- WorkCover
- Self-funded arrangements
Step 3 – Submit Referral Documentation
Provide referral information, medical history and any relevant investigations to support assessment.
Step 4 – Patient Assessment
Our team will review the referral and determine suitability for admission.
Step 5 – Admission Coordination
Once approved, our team will coordinate:
- Admitting Physician allocation
- Funding confirmation
- Admission date and time
- Patient admission information
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I refer directly to Robina Private Hospital?
Yes. General Practitioners, Specialists, Surgeons and healthcare professionals can refer directly to our rehabilitation and medical services.
Does my patient need to be under a specific specialist?
No.
If your patient already has a treating Rehabilitation Physician or Medical Specialist, you are welcome to nominate them in the referral.
If not, our team can assist in identifying the most appropriate admitting specialist based on the patient's needs and availability.
Does the patient require private health insurance?
Many patients access treatment through private health insurance. DVA, WorkCover, CTP and self-funded admissions may also be accepted depending on individual circumstances.
Can I discuss a patient before referring?
Yes.
Our Admissions Team welcomes discussions regarding patient suitability, available services and referral pathways.
Need Assistance With a Referral?
Our team is available to discuss rehabilitation services, medical admissions, funding eligibility and patient suitability.
Phone: 07 5665 5100
Whether your patient requires neurological rehabilitation, orthopaedic rehabilitation, reconditioning, post-surgical recovery or inpatient medical treatment, we are here to help facilitate timely access to appropriate care.