Hospital care by Evergreen providers

Patient Admission and Care Coordination at Mercy Medical Center

When a Family Practice patient is admitted to Mercy Medical Center for inpatient care, it is essential to inform the hospital staff about their primary care provider. This ensures that patients are identified as Evergreen patients and are seen by one of our dedicated physicians who specialize in providing hospital care.

Evergreen Physicians' Role

Evergreen has a team of physicians who rotate on a schedule to offer compassionate and knowledgeable care to patients during their hospital stay. These physicians are available both during the weekdays and weekends. If any urgent care needs arise during the night, Mercy Medical Center’s highly trained hospitalists are available to provide immediate care until an Evergreen physician arrives the next day.

Discharge Planning and Support

As patients prepare for discharge, our Community Care Coordinator plays a crucial role. They collaborate with the discharging physician and the patient to secure any necessary services and ensure a seamless transition from hospital to home.

Post-Discharge Follow-Up

A few days after discharge, patients can expect a follow-up contact from the Transition of Care department. A staff member will reach out to:

• Check on the patient's well-being

• Reconcile any medications

• Schedule a follow-up appointment at the office

  
  

This process ensures continuity of care and supports patients in their recovery journey.