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How to Refer a Resident for FEES: Five-Step Quick-Start

Five steps from order to report. Pin this guide at your nurses' station — it's the same playbook our most efficient partner facilities use.

The five-step referral pathway

  1. 1

    Obtain physician order

    Secure a physician order for "Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)." This is the only authorization needed to begin.

  2. 2

    Submit referral

    Send the physician order, facesheet/demographics, relevant medical history (including SLP evaluation and treatment notes), and scheduling contact info to referrals@camobilefees.com.

  3. 3

    Scheduling

    Most referrals are scheduled within 24–72 business hours. Urgent requests may be accommodated based on availability.

  4. 4

    Day of evaluation

    Ensure the resident is available and medically appropriate, nursing staff are aware of the appointment, PO trials are ready if applicable, and the treating SLP can participate whenever possible.

  5. 5

    Receive report

    A comprehensive written report with findings and recommendations is provided following the evaluation — supporting faster, confident clinical decisions.

What to include in the referral

  • Physician order (FEES, FEES Swallowing Test, FEES 92612, or full procedure name)
  • Facesheet / demographics
  • Relevant medical history, including SLP evaluation and treatment notes (if available)
  • Contact information for scheduling

QUESTIONS?

Call 562-645-FEES (3337) or email referrals@camobilefees.com.

Have questions about this guide?

Call 562-645-FEES (3337) or email info@camobilefees.com — Jerra and team respond personally.