Non-Emergent Transfers

Call 501-686-8000 and ask for attending (note the Physician call center number, not the main hospital operator number)

1. The referring physician or facility should contact the UAMS attending, or a resident who will consult with the attending. The attending will determine if the transfer is clinically appropriate and will begin the transfer process.
2. The transfer team will be contacted by the UAMS attending or resident.
3. The transfer team will be in contact with the referring facility for necessary information and then complete the process when a bed has been assigned and transportation arranged.
4. The nurses in the Physician Call Center will maintain contact with the Referring Physician and will keep him/her updated on the status of the transfer