Make sure you have the following information before you leave the hospital.
This includes why you were in the hospital, who cared for you and your procedures and medicines.
This includes all your new and former prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements. Ask if there are any medicines you can stop taking or that are not okay to take together. Also make sure you know why, how and when to take each one.
Check that your pharmacy has your new prescriptions and you have a plan to get them filled.
Beyond medicine, these can include:
Know how much support you'll need in these areas:
Ask your discharge planner for help finding local support groups or other after-care services.
Not Ready to Leave?
You have the right to appeal your discharge if you don’t agree with the decision that you are ready to leave the hospital. Speak with your doctor or nurse, and share your concerns. You may also need to reach out to Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance company.
Patients can sign up on the patient portal to view records at stewardconnectfl.org. To obtain medical record copies and CDs, please check in with security at the main entrance and ask for Medical Records. Proper ID is required.
For questions about medical record release, please call 321-752-1561.
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