External Behavioral Health Referrals

Hello Valued Community Partner,

Thank you for your referral to Axis Health System. In most instances, a staff member will contact the referred individual within 2-3 business days from the time this referral is received to assist the referred individual in enrolling in services. A follow-up notice with the referral disposition will also be sent to the referring party within 30 days. Please call 970-252-3200 or email referrals@axishealthsystem.org with any questions.


The procedure for scheduling aftercare appointments post-inpatient placement is as follows:

  • To request appointments for patients residing in Montrose, Delta, Ouray, Gunnison, San Miguel, Durango, Cortez, Dove Creek, or Pagosa Springs counties, please choose once of the following:
  • Encrypt an email to DischargePlanners@axishealthsystem.org
  • Fax the referral packet to 970-249-2955
  • Call 970-946-5080


The procedure for scheduling step-down placement from inpatient to Axis Health System - Regional Crisis Centers is as follows:

  • To request services for Montrose Regional Crisis Center, please call 970-252-3203 and request to speak with a Case Manager. Please fax the patient’s discharge summary to 970-425-3172.
  • To request services for Durango Regional Crisis Center, please call 970-403-0180 and request to speak with a Case Manager. Please fax the patient’s discharge summary to 970-403-0190.


Need help now? 24/7 Axis Care Line is 970-247-5245.


Thank you,

Axis Health System


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