Illinois HB4580 amends the Hospital Licensing Act to require hospitals to notify patients of their discharge at least 24 hours in advance and to.
Illinois HB4580 amends the Hospital Licensing Act to enhance patient discharge procedures. Hospitals must notify patients at least 24 hours before discharge, providing them with information on their right to appeal. For patients transferring to long-term care facilities, hospitals must initiate criminal history background checks for those aged 18-70 under specific conditions. The Department of Public Health will supply hospitals with a list of licensed facilities to aid in discharge planning.
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