Becoming a Patient

Six steps to becoming a patient at Loma Linda University Health:.

1. Complete our patient referral form or contact our nurse intake coordinator:

   Phone: +1 (909) 558-3422
   Toll-free in the US/Canada: +1 (866) 550-3422
   Fax: +1 (909) 558-3321
   Email: internationalservices@llu.edu

   Mailing address:
   International Patient Services
   Loma Linda University Health
   11155 Mountain View Avenue, Suite 113
   Loma Linda, CA 92354 USA

2. Send medical records:

   Please send current medical records to our mailing address, by fax or by email (requires prior authorization). If your medical records are not in English, you will need to have them translated by a certified translator prior to sending them. CT and MRI images (DICOM format) need to be sent on a CD or on a USB flash drive.

3. Obtain medical clearance:

   Once your records are received, a physician specializing in your diagnosis will determine if you are a candidate for treatment and you will be notified.

4. Obtain financial clearance:

   Our financial coordinator will contact you to discuss financial arrangements for your care. You will need to provide full payment for treatment or authorization from your insurance company or embassy prior to your first medical appointment.

5. Schedule appointment:

   Our nurse intake coordinator will schedule your initial consultation with your doctor.

6. Arrange travel and accommodations:

   In order to make your stay as comfortable as possible, we can arrange for airport pick-up, discuss housing options and assist with language interpretation.