Indications to Refer Patient with Hypertension to Specialist

Have you been unable to adequately control the hypertension with 3 drugs given in an optimal manner?

Does the patient have severe or unacceptable adverse effects from drug therapy?

Has the patient experienced multiple hypertensive emergencies?

Does the patient have one or more comorbid conditions that make management difficult?

Are you uncertain about the diagnosis?

Does the patient have severe and unexpected hypertension at a young age?

Does the patient require specialized testing?