Referrer Information

Guidance for healthcare practitioners, attorneys, insurers, employers, and educational professionals.

Who may refer

Referrals are welcomed from medical practitioners, psychiatrists and psychologists, attorneys and insurers, employers and EAP providers, schools and educational professionals, and other authorised parties. Self-referrals are also accepted where appropriate.

How to submit a referral

Email (preferred): info@apexot.co.za
Telephone / WhatsApp: 076 1063 869

Practice address: 65 Anderson Street, Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa

Consultations by appointment only.

Types of referral

Clinical rehabilitation

Assessment and intervention addressing physical, cognitive, or psychosocial difficulties affecting daily functioning.

Mental health and executive function

Functional evaluation and intervention addressing participation impact related to mental health conditions, attention difficulties, and performance challenges.

Medico-legal assessment and FCE

Independent evaluation of occupational implications following injury or illness, including Functional Capacity Evaluation where indicated.

Workplace services

Ergonomics, functional work capacity considerations, return-to-work planning, and performance support services.

School-based assessment

Functional assessment of learners experiencing barriers to participation in educational settings.

Work readiness

Assessment and intervention supporting work readiness and sustainable role participation where appropriate.

Information to include with referral

Providing relevant background information assists in ensuring an accurate and comprehensive assessment.

Referral purpose and specific questions to be addressed.

Relevant medical reports or summaries, including radiology where available.

Previous therapy or rehabilitation reports.

Employment details and job description or physical demand information where applicable.

School reports and relevant educational information for learner referrals.

Any pertinent timelines or instructions relevant to reporting requirements.

Incomplete documentation does not prevent assessment but may influence assessment scope.

Referral process

1. Referral received

Referral submitted via email or telephone enquiry with purpose and questions.

2. Appointment scheduled

Assessment scheduled subject to availability and clinical requirements.

3. Assessment conducted

Evaluation focused on function, participation, and real-world demands.

4. Reporting

Report and recommendations provided to the instructing party.

Confidentiality

Information is managed in accordance with professional and legal confidentiality requirements. Where referrals originate from third parties, information sharing is guided by the referral purpose and relevant consent procedures.

Urgent referrals

Time-sensitive referrals may be accommodated where scheduling permits. Please indicate urgency clearly in your correspondence.