Going Home
When your physician submits an order for your discharge, the nursing staff will initiate discharge procedures. This process includes ensuring all tests have been completed, follow up appointments have been set up as ordered and appropriate, and education material has been obtained.
At this time, you be asked about your preference for settling your hospital bill before you are discharged. Our business office professionals will be glad to assist you in determining your options.
Post Hospital Care
If you have additional questions or concerns about your post-hospitalization care or follow-up medical visits, please make sure to talk to your physician or your Merit Health Central hospitalist prior to discharge.
Our Case Management department is available to assist you with any questions or concerns about post-hospital care for you or your family members. In the event you have not already met one of our resource managers, please ask your nurse for assistance in making this contact.
Patient Advocate
If you have concerns or issues at any point during your visit, please contact our patient advocate at (601) 376-1994. We welcome your comments and suggestions on how we can improve our services to you and your family members or guests.