Patient Discharge Checklist: Care Transitions & Follow-Up
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Discharge Planning & Assessment
Initial assessment and planning for patient's post-discharge needs.
Date of Initial Discharge Planning Meeting
Patient's Goals for Post-Discharge Recovery
Patient's Living Situation Post-Discharge
Number of Caregivers Available
Summary of Patient and Family Concerns/Questions
Patient's Understanding of Discharge Instructions
Medication Reconciliation & Instructions
Ensuring accuracy of medication lists and providing clear instructions.
Patient Name
Current Medication List (as reported by patient/family)
Hospital/Facility Medication List
Discharged Medication List (Name, Dosage, Frequency, Route)
Medication Reconciliation Discrepancies?
Explanation of Discrepancies & Resolution
Patient Understanding of Medications?
Additional Instructions/Education Provided
Follow-Up Appointments & Referrals
Scheduling necessary appointments and coordinating referrals.
Primary Care Physician Follow-Up Date
Specialist Appointment Date (e.g., Cardiology, Neurology)
Referral Needed?
Referral Specialty (if applicable)
Specialist Physician Name (if applicable)
Referral Notes/Instructions (for referring physician)
Appointment Location (address)
Appointment Time
Home Health & Support Services
Arranging for any required home health or support services.
Home Health Agency Selected?
Home Health Agency Contact Information
Physical Therapy Required?
Estimated Home Health Visit Frequency (per week)
Support Services Requested (check all that apply)
Other Support Services Notes (if applicable)
Patient & Family Education
Providing education on condition, recovery, and potential complications.
Explanation of Diagnosis & Condition
Medication Instructions (Dosage, Timing, Side Effects)
Potential Complications & Warning Signs
Dietary Recommendations & Restrictions
Received Instructions on Wound Care (if applicable)
Understanding of Follow-Up Appointment Schedule
Patient Acknowledgement of Education
Discharge Documentation & Legal
Verifying all necessary documentation and addressing legal requirements.
Physician Signature
Date of Discharge Order
Advanced Directives Status
Summary of Patient Concerns/Questions
Relevant Legal Documents (if applicable)
HIPAA Acknowledgement
Equipment & Supplies
Ensuring patient has necessary equipment and supplies for home.
Needed Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
Other DME Specifications (If selected above)
Quantity of Wound Care Supplies
Prescription for Home Health Supplies (if applicable)
Supplier for Equipment & Supplies
Other Supplier Information
Transportation & Logistics
Arranging transportation for patient’s departure from facility.
Mode of Transportation
Driver Name (if applicable)
Vehicle License Plate Number (if applicable)
Destination Address
Scheduled Departure Time
Driver Signature (Confirmation)
Final Review & Sign-Off
Comprehensive review of all discharge steps and final sign-off by responsible parties.
Physician Signature
Nurse Signature
Case Manager Signature (if applicable)
Discharge Instructions Reviewed with Patient/Family?
Patient Identification Verification Score (1-10)
Date of Final Review
Time of Final Review
Comments/Notes Regarding Final Review
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