UPMC MedCall: Physician Referrals, Transfers, and Consults

The MedCall Transfer Center is open 24/7 and offers a consistent referral process that strives for timely admissions into and throughout UPMC.

Call us to arrange the transfer of your patient. We can help with securing proper bed placements and arranging critical transport.

Call the MedCall Transfer Center

• Western PA
  • Adult Transfers: 412-647-7000
  • Pediatric Transfers: 412-692-5000
• Central PA
  • Transfers: 717-988-2337
  • Learn more about transfers and direct admissions for your patients at UPMC in Central Pa.

To Arrange a Patient Transfer to UPMC

When you call to request a transfer, please provide the following information:

• Patient’s name and DOB.
• Referring attending’s name and contact number.
• Current patient location and unit phone number.
• Diagnosis and medical service(s) needed.
• Special needs (isolation, ventilator, IVs, etc.).
• Most recent vitals.
• Use this for more details when initiating a transfer with MedCall Western PA.

To Schedule a Consult/Telemedicine

When you call about a consult, please be ready with the following information:

• Patient’s name and DOB.
• Referring attending’s name and contact number.
• Current patient location and unit phone number.
• Diagnosis and health care service(s) needed.

Contact Information and Key Personnel