Oscar can help members get ready for a hospital stay
Getting ready for a hospital stay doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Use our simple member checklist to help plan ahead, know what to pack, and feel more prepared every step of the way.
Top tips to get ready for a hospital visit
Being ready makes all the difference. This checklist will help cover the essentials.
Members should get their home ready
Stock up on food
Stock up on nutritious food and snacks to support healing and hydration. Nuts, high-protein granola bars, fruit, and electrolyte drinks can help reduce hunger in a healthy way.Clear walkways
Clear walkways and remove tripping hazards to make moving around safer and easier.Create a comfortable recovery space
Create a comfortable recovery bedroom space, with fresh, clean sheets to help reduce infection risk.Keep essential supplies within reach
Keep essential supplies within reach, like bandages for incisions. Members can ask their doctor if there is anything else they’d need.Arrange extra support for pets
Members with pets or children should arrange extra support ahead of time in case they need help caring for them.
Members should plan for their admission
Ask your doctor about any special instructions
Members should ask their doctor about any special instructions for their hospital admission, such as needing to fast or stop taking any medications.Schedule follow-up visits
Members should schedule follow-up visits as soon their procedure is confirmed.Make a list of all medications
Make a list of all medications they take, including dosages, and bring it with them.Write down any questions
Write down any questions they have before going to the hospital.Pack an overnight bag
Pack an overnight bag with essential items like a toothbrush, toothpaste, a phone charger, pajamas or comfy clothes for sleeping, and warm socks.
Members should stay on top of recovery, post discharge
Confirm follow-up appointments
Confirm follow-up appointments and arrange transportation if needed (Oscar can also help. Just give us a call at (855) 918-6036).Bring discharge instructions
Bring discharge instructions and test results to follow-up visits.Fill any new prescriptions
Members should fill any new prescriptions from the hospital and make sure they have enough of any regular medications.Keep essentials within reach
Keep essentials within reach like medications, toiletries, and healthy snacks.
Oscar is here to support our members
Footnotes
This information is educational in nature and all benefits can vary by plan and plan year. Please refer to your complete Evidence of Coverage (EOC) for the current plan year at hioscar.com/forms for all plan benefits information.For specific medical questions members should contact their doctor.