Referrals to WPHP protect the well-being of healthcare professionals and the patients they serve.
Making a Confidential Referral
Anyone can make a confidential referral to WPHP when there is concern that a health condition may be adversely impacting performance. WPHP receives referrals from a wide variety of sources including employers, educational institutions, licensing and credentialing entities, peers and colleagues, friends, and families, and those who provide healthcare and legal services to health professionals.
While the decision to make a referral can be both intellectually and emotionally challenging, it is a courageous act of compassion that can save lives and careers. Early intervention, treatment, and continuing support to promote health and well-being benefits both the health professional and the patients they serve.
Washington state law provides immunity from civil liability for those making a referral to WPHP. The identities of referral sources are safeguarded to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Referrals from Healthcare Organizations & Healthcare Professionals
WPHP works with human resources departments, hospital wellness committees, credentialing bodies, and medical executives to address and remediate health issues that may be negatively impacting performance or patient care.
Employers and credentialing entities trust WPHP to provide compassionate support and credible verification of health status and safety to practice. Partnering with WPHP to address workforce health issues in a supportive, proactive, and effective manner, without discrimination or bias, benefits the entire healthcare ecosystem.
Mandated Reporting
As a license holder, healthcare employer, or hospital, you may be required to identify another licensed health-care professional with a condition, physical or mental, that may affect their ability to practice with reasonable skill and safety (Washington Administrative Code 246-16-200 through 246-16-270; RCW 18.130.070). This reporting requirement can be fulfilled by contacting WPHP or the healthcare professional’s regulatory board or commission (RCW 18.130.175).
In the absence of patient harm, we strongly recommend that concerned parties fulfill this reporting requirement by calling WPHP at 206-583-0127/800-552-7236. WPHP is legally authorized to receive such reports which will result in help rather than discipline. Please contact us if you have questions about mandated reporting or if you are unsure about a mandatory reporting requirement.
Referral Form
How to Make a Referral
To make a referral, please contact WPHP by phone at 206-583-0127/800-552-7236 or by submitting a referral form. This form is confidential; however if you would like to make an anonymous referral, please write anonymous in the relevant fields.
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