CHEO Audiology Referral Form (2026): What Changed and How to Update It in Telus PS EMR
CHEO has updated its Audiology referral form for 2026 and is now only accepting referrals submitted using the new version. If your clinic refers pediatric patients to CHEO Audiology, this update is mandatory.
The challenge for many Ottawa-area clinics — especially those using Telus PS EMR — is not just finding the updated form, but updating it so it integrates properly with EMR data and workflows.
What Changed with the CHEO Audiology Referral Form?
CHEO has introduced a revised Audiology referral form for 2026 with updated fields and formatting. While the changes themselves are relatively minor, CHEO has confirmed that:
- Only the 2026 referral form will be accepted
- Older versions may be rejected
- Referrals must be submitted using the current CHEO-approved format
You can find CHEO's Audiology Clinic information and referral resources here: CHEO Audiology Clinic – Official Page
The Practical Problem for Telus PS EMR Clinics
For clinics using Telus PS EMR, CHEO referral forms are typically rebuilt as custom .cfm forms so they can:
- Auto-populate patient demographics
- Pull clinic contact details
- Include provider information and signatures
This process isn't technically difficult — but it is time-consuming. In many clinics, this task falls to already-stretched MOAs or physicians who would rather spend that time elsewhere.
How We Handled the 2026 Update
For our clinic, we:
- Located the updated CHEO Audiology referral form
- Rebuilt it as a Telus PS EMR (.cfm) form
- Configured it to auto-populate correctly from EMR data
- Tested it in real referral workflows
Because Telus PS EMR uses a standardized form structure, the same .cfm file can be used by other clinics without modification.
Options for Your Clinic
If you refer to CHEO Audiology and use Telus PS EMR, you have two realistic options:
- Rebuild the form yourself using CHEO's 2026 PDF as a reference
- Use a ready-to-download Telus PS EMR (.cfm) version
If you don't usually handle form updates personally, this is often a task worth delegating — or avoiding altogether.
> Save your MOA the headache: > If helpful, a ready-to-use Telus PS EMR (.cfm) version of the CHEO Audiology 2026 referral form is available here: > Download the CHEO Audiology Referral Form (Telus PS EMR) > One-time download ($29 CAD).
Important Disclaimer
This resource is not affiliated with CHEO. Clinics should always confirm current referral requirements directly with CHEO Audiology before submitting referrals.
Forms and referral requirements may change over time, particularly at year boundaries.
Summary: If your clinic refers patients to CHEO Audiology in 2026, updating to the new referral form is required. For Telus PS EMR clinics, having a properly integrated form can save meaningful administrative time and reduce referral delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will CHEO reject older Audiology referral forms?
CHEO has indicated that only the updated 2026 Audiology referral form will be accepted. Clinics submitting older versions may experience delays or rejected referrals.
Where can I find the official CHEO Audiology referral form?
The official referral form is available on CHEO's Audiology Clinic page. Clinics should always confirm they are using the most current version directly from CHEO.
Does this Telus PS EMR form work for all clinics?
Yes. Telus PS EMR uses a standardized .cfm form structure, allowing the same form to be used across clinics without modification.
Is this referral form affiliated with CHEO?
No. This resource is not affiliated with CHEO and is provided as an administrative aid only. Clinics are responsible for confirming current referral requirements with CHEO Audiology.
Who typically handles these referral form updates?
In most clinics, referral form updates are handled by MOAs or clinic administrators. Using a ready-to-use form can help reduce administrative workload and setup time.