After You Leave

When your doctor believes you are ready to leave the hospital, he/she will authorize your discharge. Please talk to your nurse about the hospital's discharge procedures.

Here are a few tips to make the discharge process run smoothly:

Be sure you and/or your caregiver speak with a discharge planner so that you understand the services needed after leaving the hospital
Verify the date and time of your discharge with your nurse or doctor
Arrange for someone to pick you up when you are discharged
Before leaving, check your room and bathroom carefully for any personal items
Make sure you or your caregiver has all the necessary paperwork for billing, referrals, prescriptions, etc.