12VAC5-391-290: Discharge

A. Patients shall receive five days oral and written notice of a transfer or discharge initiated by the hospice program except under the following circumstances:

1. When a medical emergency exists;

2. For the welfare of the patient or the welfare of employees; or

3. The welfare of other patients in a dedicated hospice facility operated by the hospice program.

B. The hospice program shall make all arrangements necessary to assure continuing care and services including a discharge summary for the receiving hospice or provider.