Boling Vision Center is committed to making the referral process as simple, efficient, and well-supported as possible for every provider who sends us their patients.
Referring Doctor Resources
A Trusted Ophthalmic Partner for Northern Indiana Providers
When you refer a patient to Boling Vision Center, you're connecting them with a practice that takes the responsibility of that referral seriously. We communicate promptly, manage every patient with the thoroughness on which our reputation is built, and return patients to your care with clear, complete documentation of what was found and what was done.
This section brings together everything referring providers need to submit referrals, understand our clinical services, and build a collaborative relationship with our team.
To speak with our dedicated referral specialist or submit a referral today, use the contact information below.
Resources for Referring Providers
Refer a Patient
Refer a Patient
Everything you need to submit a routine, urgent, or emergency referral to Boling Vision Center, including our online referral portal, guidance on referral types, and instructions for emergency referrals.
Emergency Referral Pathways
Emergency Referral Pathways
Dedicated pathways and clear protocols for referring patients with acute eye emergencies, including what qualifies as an emergency, step-by-step coordination instructions, and after-hours access guidance.
Physician Collaboration & Referral Center
Physician Collaboration & Referral Center
An overview of our co-management philosophy, shared-care approach, communication standards, and turnaround commitments, designed to help referring providers understand exactly what to expect when partnering with Boling Vision Center.
Clinical Service Overview
Clinical Service Overview
A complete list of the clinical service lines available for referral across our four Northern Indiana locations, with contact information for our referral specialist and direct access to our referral portal.
Our Doctors
Our Doctors
Meet the providers at Boling Vision Center. Our team includes experienced ophthalmologists and optometrists specializing in cataract surgery, vision correction, glaucoma, medical retina, cornea, ocular surface disease, and pediatric eye care.
Forms & Secure Transfers
Forms & Secure Transfers
Secure options for submitting referral forms and transferring patient records and imaging to Boling Vision Center in advance of a referred patient's appointment.
Referral FAQs
Referral FAQs
Answers to the questions referring providers ask most often, covering how to refer, how quickly patients are seen, how communication is handled, when notes are returned, and how to reach our team with questions.
Our Referral Commitment
Every practice that refers patients to us deserves to know what they can count on. Here is what we commit to every referring provider, every time.
- Prompt scheduling tailored to the urgency of the referral
- Thorough evaluation by experienced providers with advanced diagnostic technology
- Timely written communication of findings and recommendations following every appointment
- Same-day phone contact for clinically significant findings requiring immediate attention
- Respectful, attentive care that reflects well on the referring relationship
- Transparent co-management with clear delineation of roles and consistent communication
We don't take referral relationships for granted. We work to earn and maintain them with every patient we see.
Referring Doctor Resources Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to establish a formal referral relationship before sending patients to Boling Vision Center?
No. Any provider can refer a patient to Boling Vision Center without a prior formal arrangement. Simply submit a referral through our online portal or call our referral specialist directly. If you refer patients to us regularly, we're happy to establish a more formal relationship with consistent communication protocols tailored to your practice's preferences.
Can I refer patients for multiple services at once?
Yes. If a patient has needs across multiple service lines, our scheduling team will coordinate appropriately to address all concerns efficiently, either within a single appointment or across a planned series of visits.
What if I want to stay involved in a referred patient's ongoing care?
We actively support co-management arrangements and welcome referring provider involvement in ongoing care where appropriate. Contact our referral specialist to discuss the co-management model that works best for your practice and the specific service line involved.
How do I update my communication preferences or referral protocols?
Contact our referral specialist directly. We accommodate a range of communication preferences and referral protocols and are happy to adjust our approach to better suit your practice's needs.
Is there a minimum referral volume required to access these resources?
No. Whether you refer one patient or dozens each month, you receive the same level of coordination, communication, and clinical care from our team. Every referral relationship matters to us, regardless of volume.
