Discharge Process
Patient discharge process at RPGMC Kangra — step-by-step guide, required documents, billing, and follow-up.
Introduction
The discharge process at RPGMC Kangra is designed to be smooth and efficient. Upon the treating doctor's decision, patients are discharged with a comprehensive discharge summary and follow-up plan.
Discharge Steps
- Treating doctor issues discharge order
- Discharge summary prepared by the medical team
- Nursing handover and medication reconciliation
- Bill settlement at the billing counter
- Discharge summary and prescriptions handed to patient / attendant
- Follow-up appointment scheduled
- Patient / attendant signs discharge papers
Documents Required at Discharge
- Admission slip / IPD card
- Valid photo ID of patient and attendant
- Insurance / scheme card (if applicable)
- All investigation reports generated during hospital stay
Billing
BPL patients and scheme beneficiaries (Ayushman Bharat, Himcare, JSSK) are eligible for free treatment as per applicable policies.
| Charge Type | Details |
|---|---|
| General Ward | Free / nominal charges |
| Special / Private Ward | As per RKS rate card |
| ICU / CCU / NICU | As determined by RKS |
| Medicines and consumables | As per actuals |
| Investigations | As per RKS rate list |
Discharge Summary
The discharge summary contains the diagnosis, treatment summary, investigation results, discharge medications, and follow-up instructions. Patients are advised to keep the discharge summary for future reference and follow-up visits.