Refer a Patient toPalliative Care
Supportive Medicine Specialists partners with oncology, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, nephrology, and primary care teams across Georgia to provide specialized palliative care support for patients living with serious illness.
Referral Submission Methods
Healthcare providers can submit referrals using these methods. We do not accept referrals by non-secure email to protect patient privacy.
EPIC Referral System
Piedmont Healthcare EPIC Link, the most seamless way to submit a referral
- Send referral through Piedmont Healthcare's EPIC system
- Department: AFF-SMS
- Referred to Provider: Joshua Jackson, MD
Onco EMR Express Referral
Refer securely using the patient’s OncoEMR MRN and referring provider details
- Use your SMS-approved provider account
- Enter the patient’s OncoEMR MRN and referring provider details
- SMS reviews the patient’s records directly in OncoEMR, saving time and paper
Secure Fax Referral
Send records by secure fax
- Fax Number: 404-883-3609
- Include patient demographics
- Include insurance information
- Include reason for referral and relevant medical history
For Patients
You must have a referral from your healthcare provider to receive care with Supportive Medicine Specialists. Ask your provider to send us the referral before scheduling an appointment.
Contact Your Provider
Request a referral from your primary care physician or specialist
Submit Referral
Have your provider submit the referral via Onco EMR, EPIC, or secure fax
Schedule Appointment
Once we receive your referral, contact us to schedule your appointment
When to Refer to Palliative Care
Early referral to palliative care is associated with improved quality of life, better symptom control, and more informed decision-making. Consider referring when:
Uncontrolled Symptoms
Advance Care Planning Needs
Complex Psychosocial Needs
Serious Illness Diagnosis
Specialties We Partner With
We work alongside your team to provide an extra layer of specialized support.
Oncology
Symptom management alongside chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiation.
Cardiology
Advanced heart failure, goals-of-care conversations, and device decisions.
Pulmonology
COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and dyspnea management.
Neurology
ALS, Parkinson's, dementia, and complex neurological illness.
Nephrology
Advanced CKD, dialysis decisions, and conservative management support.
Primary Care
Comprehensive support for patients with multiple serious conditions.