Daily care tool

Hospital Discharge Checklist

Don't leave the hospital without checking every box. This list keeps nothing falling through the cracks.

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Received written discharge instructions

Understand the diagnosis and what happened

Know what symptoms to watch for at home

Know when to call the doctor or return to ER

All questions answered by nurse or doctor

Received copies of all test results and records

Received list of all current medications

Understand what each medication is for

Know dosage and timing for each medication

Received new prescriptions or know where to fill them

Understand which old medications to stop

Know about food or drug interactions

Primary care follow-up scheduled

Specialist follow-up scheduled (if needed)

Physical or occupational therapy scheduled (if needed)

Lab work or imaging follow-up scheduled

Have contact number for questions after discharge

Home medical equipment ordered (walker, wheelchair, etc.)

Wound care supplies provided or ordered

Oxygen or other equipment arranged if needed

Know how to use all equipment sent home

Medical supply company contact number received

Home safety modifications in place (grab bars, ramp, etc.)

Bedroom set up on accessible floor if needed

Caregiver or family member available for first 24–48 hours

Meals and groceries arranged

Transportation home arranged

Home health aide or visiting nurse scheduled if ordered

Received itemized bill or know how to request it

Insurance pre-authorization confirmed for home services

Know how to appeal if insurance denies coverage

Social worker consulted if financial assistance needed