Nursing Facility Discharge Rules

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In California, skilled nursing facilities must provide a 30-day written notice before discharging a patient unless its an emergency. They must also ensure a safe discharge plan. For specific advice, consult a healthcare attorney.

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I am in a skilled nursing facility and wondering how quickly can they discharge me.
Hello Robert. The discharge process depends on certain factors. Could you please tell me which state you are located in for more specific information?
California
Hello Robert, in California:
- Skilled nursing facilities must provide a *-day written notice before discharging you.
- In emergency situations, they can discharge you sooner.
- They must ensure you have a safe place to live after discharge.
If you need legal help, consider contacting a healthcare attorney.
I don’t see an emergency situation but would be the quickest they can start the discharge process. I am not a danger or difficult patient
Under California law, without an emergency, the quickest a nursing facility can start the discharge process is after giving a *-day written notice. Remember, they must provide a safe discharge plan for you. If you need more specific advice, consider consulting a healthcare attorney.
Ok thanks
You're welcome, Robert. If you have any other questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. Best of luck with everything.