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Patient Guidelines – Prashanti Hospital

At Prashanti Hospital, we are committed to ensuring that every patient receives compassionate, safe, and efficient care. To make your stay smooth and comfortable, please review the following guidelines.

Admission Process

  • Our Admission & Billing Department functions 24×7 and is located on the first floor.

  • Room allotment is based on your preference and availability at the time of admission.

  • Our admissions team will assist you through the entire process, including treatment estimates and documentation.

You will be required to sign the estimation form and consent forms before admission.

  • Each patient will be issued an Attendant Pass and Visitor Pass upon admission.

  • Advance payment is mandatory and can be made via cash or credit/debit cards. Cheques are not accepted.

  • Patients using insurance must inform the admissions team and submit the required documents (insurance subject to availability).


Billing & Charges

  • Charges include:

    • Bed & room rent

    • Food (standard diet)

    • Professional consultations

    • Diagnostic/lab services

    • Surgeries, procedures, and medical equipment

  • Additional food or special diets are charged separately.

  • Final bills may differ from estimates due to unanticipated services or duration of stay.

  • Final billing is done only after all discharge processes are completed, which may take 3–4 hours.


Refunds

  • Keep all original receipts for deposits and advances.

  • Refunds above ₹5,000 will be processed via cheque within two working days.

  • Hand over the check-out slip to security upon discharge.


Discharge Process

  • Discharge is based on the treating doctor’s decision once the patient is medically fit.

  • The process includes:

    • Preparation of discharge summary

    • Pharmacy clearance

    • Final billing

    • TPA approval (for insurance patients)

  • Average discharge time: 3–4 hours, may be longer for insurance cases.

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Visitor Policy

  • Visiting hours:

    • Morning: 08:00 AM – 09:00 AM

    • Evening: 05:00 PM – 07:00 PM

  • Only one visitor is allowed per patient at a time. (Two for deluxe/suite rooms)

  • Children under the age of 8 are not allowed.

  • Visitors must:

    • Speak softly and respect hospital decorum

    • Leave the room when doctors/nurses attend

    • Avoid crowding near ICUs, OTs, or corridors


General Rules

  • Smoking is strictly prohibited in hospital premises.

  • Maintain silence at all times to avoid disturbing other patients.

  • Parking is available. Security staff will guide you.

  • One attendant per patient is permitted to stay overnight with a valid attendant pass.


Family Participation

We encourage family members to:

  • Be involved in the healing process

  • Offer emotional support

  • Help with basic comfort and care

  • Create a positive recovery environment


Patients’ Responsibilities

As a patient, you are expected to:

  • Provide complete and honest health information

  • Abide by hospital policies

  • Show respect to hospital staff, patients, and visitors

  • Maintain scheduled appointments and notify in advance for changes

  • Follow the treatment plan advised by your doctors

  • Avoid self-medication or sharing of prescriptions

  • Be cooperative and patient during emergencies or delays

  • Settle hospital bills on time

  • Attend all follow-up consultations

Big Announcement: OPD Consultations are now available at Prashanti Hospital, from 8 AM to 8 PM daily.

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