How to refer a patient

At SimpliFed our team of IBCLCs, NPs, and other maternal health specialists provide virtual breastfeeding, baby feeding, and postpartum support for families. We extend care beyond the office visit by keeping patients engaged between touchpoints, strengthening continuity across the maternal journey, and helping improve maternal and infant outcomes. Referring patients to SimpliFed is simple and can be done in just a few clicks within your EMR workflow.
Referring Patients to SimpliFed
Step 1: Open Order Sets
Navigate to order sets and click ‘add new.’
Step 2: Send to “SimpliFed”
Name your order set "Lactaction Consult’ and search for SimpliFed in the ‘send to’ section.
Step 3: Add diagnosis
Click ‘add’ and enter the diagnosis (commonly “lactation consult” or postpartum feeding support). Select to attach any relevant clinical documentation.
Step 4: Referral Submission
Once the order set is ready, you can open up your patient’s chart and select ‘lactation consult.’ 
What you need to know


Recommended Referral Timing:
Many practices choose to automate or standardize referrals to SimpliFed around 28 weeks gestation to proactively support families before delivery and throughout postpartum recovery.

What Happens After Referral?
Once a referral is received: SimpliFed contacts the patient directly. Patients are scheduled virtually with our maternal health specialists. Care is coordinated with the referring provider when appropriate. Families receive ongoing support across feeding, newborn care, and postpartum transitions.

Why Providers Refer to SimpliFed
SimpliFed helps extend clinical support between visits by providing: Virtual lactation and baby feeding support, Prenatal feeding preparation, Postpartum education, Care navigation, Ongoing maternal infant support in the home environment, and Improved access for patients regardless of geography or transportation barriers.

Need Help Setting Up Referrals?
Our team can help your organization: Add SimpliFed to EMR order sets, Automate referral workflows, Train staff on referral processes, and Customize referral pathways for your practice or health system.

Contact us at:
📧 contactus@simplifed.us

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