Hospital Discharge Referrals
Seamless Transitions from Inpatient Care to Community-Based Services
MedCore partners with hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and care coordination teams to ensure safe, timely, and compliant patient discharges. Our Hospital Discharge Referral service bridges the gap between inpatient care and outpatient follow-up, reducing readmissions, improving patient outcomes, and supporting reimbursement and quality metrics.
Our Role in the Discharge Process
MedCore serves as an extension of the hospital discharge and care management team, coordinating post-discharge services with trusted, credentialed community providers.
We specialize in:
- Behavioral health and mental health referrals
- Medication management continuity
- Therapy and outpatient follow-up scheduling
- Provider matching based on patient needs, insurance, and location
How the MedCore Discharge Referral Program Works
1. Referral Intake
Hospitals submit discharge referrals through a secure, HIPAA-compliant process. We accept referrals for patients requiring:
- Outpatient therapy
- Psychiatric or NP medication management
- Ongoing behavioral health support
- Multi-provider care coordination
2. Rapid Provider Matching
MedCore identifies appropriate providers based on:
- Clinical need and diagnosis
- Insurance acceptance
- Geographic location (in-person or telehealth)
- Provider availability and specialty
3. Appointment Coordination
We coordinate follow-up appointments within hospital-defined timeframes (typically 7–14 days post-discharge), ensuring:
- Confirmed appointments prior to discharge when possible
- Clear patient instructions and contact details
- Warm handoffs between inpatient and outpatient providers
4. Closed-Loop Communication
Hospitals receive confirmation that referrals were:
- Accepted
- Scheduled
- Successfully transitioned to outpatient care
Benefits for Hospitals & Health Systems
Reduces Readmissions
Timely outpatient follow-up improves care continuity and reduces avoidable readmissions.
Supports Reimbursement & Quality Metrics
Aligned with value-based care initiatives, HEDIS measures, and CMS expectations for discharge planning.
Improves Patient Experience
Patients leave the hospital with a clear care plan and scheduled follow-up, reducing confusion and anxiety.
Decreases Staff Burden
MedCore offloads time-intensive referral coordination from hospital care managers and social workers.
Compliance & Security
- HIPAA-compliant referral intake and data handling
- Secure communication with providers and facilities
- Credentialed and vetted provider network
- Adherence to hospital and payer discharge requirements
Who We Serve
- Acute care hospitals
- Psychiatric hospitals and inpatient behavioral health facilities
- Emergency departments
- Skilled nursing and step-down facilities
- Care management and utilization review teams
Why MedCore
MedCore is not a referral directory. We provide active coordination, accountability, and follow-through to ensure patients do not fall through the cracks after discharge.
Our team understands:
- Hospital discharge workflows
- Behavioral health access challenges
- Payer and regulatory expectations
- The urgency of post-discharge continuity
Get Started
If your organization is seeking a reliable partner to improve discharge outcomes and streamline referrals, MedCore is ready to support your care teams.
Contact MedCore
📞 240-281-1026 or 919-396- 0823
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