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Discharge Planning
From the moment you are admitted to St. Anthony’s Medical Center, our staff works together as a team to help prepare you for your discharge from the Medical Center. At St. Anthony’s, we realize your care and recovery do not just happen here; they happen in a variety of settings. And because the Medical Center is not the only place for you to fully recuperate, our team wants to help you and your family determine the best plan for you.
Whether you will be going home where a home health professional may care for you, to a rehabilitation or skilled nursing facility where you can regain strength and function, or to a long-term care facility, St. Anthony’s staff works together to develop a care plan appropriate for you.
To help coordinate the recommendations made by your health care team, a member of the Social Services department will work with - and for - you and your family. Your social worker will help you make arrangements for medical, physical and emotional needs you may have as your care is continued in other settings.
Your doctor authorizes your discharge from the Medical Center and will write a discharge order in your patient chart. Discharge plans will be discussed with you by your doctor, nurse or care manager.
Going Home
The Medical Center discharge time is 10 a.m., unless otherwise indicated by the physician or your care needs. If your departure is delayed on the day of discharge, we may move your from an inpatient room to a comfortable outpatient area.
Managing Your Health at Home
With one simple call, you can access all of the information you need to help keep you and your family in the best of health.
Call 800-554-9550 for a wealth of information, including:
- Comprehensive physician referral, with access to more than 800 primary care physicians and specialists on staff at St. Anthony’s Medical Center.
- A schedule of upcoming community health classes and the ability to immediately register for those that interest you.
- Information on future health screenings and special events sponsored by St. Anthony’s Medical Center.
Call anytime to access this wealth of information. There is no charge for this valuable service.
For information or a physician referral, please call 800-554-9550 or visit our online physician referral.
At St. Anthony's, our vision is to be the area's premier health care organization — and your first choice for health care services.