Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute Physician Referrals

How do cancer referrals work at Parkview?

With the Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute (PFCI), referrals come with connection, meaning our team works closely with referring physicians. Our physician liaisons are the bridge; they are available to answer questions, address concerns, and keep you up-to-date on our services, subspecialties, and more. They can also assist you with questions about any of the following:

Additional information about PFCI
Our referral process
Presenting your patient at Tumor Board
Patient scheduling
Scheduling a physician liaison visit to your office
Assistance onboarding a new physician

Referral process

For Parkview Physicians Group and Community Connect Providers

Use REF246 – Ambulatory Referral to Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute in EPIC
Select the appropriate tumor site button from the following selections:
- Breast
- Lung
- Thyroid
- GU (genitourinary)
- GI (upper and lower)
- Genetics
- GYN
- Neuro
- High risk
- Head and neck
- Sarcoma
- Survivorship
- Heme
- Skin
- Other

To streamline the referral process and reduce scheduling times, review the following tips:

Avoid using “Other,” and select the specific specialty whenever possible.
Under “Additional Order Details” enter notes and the specific PFCI provider your patient should see.
Include as much detail as possible on the referral. Add notations of confirmed pathology and recent imaging. Include location of outside films and reports for obtaining records.

All Other Providers

Call 833-724-8326 to refer your patient to PFCI.

Why choose PFCI?

Exceptional cancer care is what powers our team. PFCI consists of multidisciplinary cancer specialists who provide comprehensive care, second opinions, and clinical trial opportunities. With the latest technology, treatment protocols, and innovations in cancer care, Parkview specialists are who you want on your side.

Cancer patient holding hand of caretaker

What to expect

Navigation and support

Early in the process, patients are connected with a PFCI patient navigator. This supportive team member will answer questions, provide resources, and coordinate care. A dedicated patient navigator will follow each patient from diagnosis to treatment completion.

Access and expedited workup

A comprehensive diagnosis, staging, and multidisciplinary care plan will be created, typically after we receive a confirmed and complete pathologic cancer diagnosis and necessary radiological testing. While most cases are reviewed by our disease-site Tumor Boards, some routine or standard cases may follow a streamlined process. Each patient’s situation is assessed individually to ensure that the most appropriate path is taken.

Subspecialized expertise

You deserve unmatched care. That’s why our cancer specialists are focused, informed, and proficient in their subspecialties—ready to work toward your best possible outcome.

Multidisciplinary collaboration

With a focus on both cancer and subspecialty care, we collaborate with other sections within Parkview Physicians Group and independent groups throughout the region, especially through our disease-site Tumor Boards and tumor site team meetings. These multidisciplinary meetings include representation from medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgery, radiology, pathology, clinical research, genetics, and supportive care. Together, they thoroughly review and discuss the patient's medical, family and social history, physical exam, radiographs, pathology, and genomics to develop an initial, comprehensive treatment plan. For patients whose cases do not require Tumor Board review, our providers still ensure access to cutting-edge research and best practices.

Referring Physicians

How do cancer referrals work at Parkview?

Referral process

Why choose PFCI?

What to expect

Questions about the referral process? We can help.