Hospital Care for Someone With Chronic Lung Disease

Last updated: 28-Oct-2008

When You Doubt the Time Is Right for Discharge

State your doubts in a simple letter to the hospital's director or the health plan’s medical director. (Rules vary from state to state.) Meet with the hospital's discharge planner. Ask if the hospital is following the usual policy for the condition. Explain any special reasons that make you think it is unwise to discharge the person...