Discharge Planning and Care Coordination. Contractor shall ensure provision of discharge planning when Enrollee is admitted to a hospital or institution and continuation into the post discharge period. Discharge planning shall include ensuring that the necessary care, services, and supports are in place in the community for the Enrollee once he or she is discharged from a hospital or institution, including scheduling an outpatient appointment and/or conducting follow-up with the Enrollee and/or caregiver. Minimum criteria for discharge planning checklist must include:
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