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What's Falling Through the Cracks?

A post-discharge follow-up checklist for families bringing a loved one home

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The scenario Your parent or loved one was discharged from the hospital on Tuesday. It's now Friday. For each item below, answer based on what has — or hasn't — happened so far.

Answer 10 questions about the first 72 hours after discharge. Each question has three options: Yes, Not sure, or No. When you're finished, click "See your results" to get your score. Enter your email to unlock a full action plan with specific next steps for every item.

1 Has a follow-up appointment been scheduled with the primary care doctor?

Best practice: within 7–14 days of discharge

2 Has the medication list been reconciled?

Comparing hospital discharge meds against what was being taken before admission

3 Has someone picked up the new prescriptions from the pharmacy?

4 Has the discharge summary been sent to the primary care doctor?

5 Has someone confirmed that the home is ready?

Equipment delivered, supplies stocked, accessibility needs addressed

6 Are follow-up lab tests or imaging scheduled as ordered?

7 Has the specialist referral (if any) from the hospital been initiated?

8 Does the family know the warning signs that would require a return to the ER?

9 Has someone confirmed what home health services (if ordered) are starting and when?

10 Has a family member or caregiver reviewed the discharge instructions — not just received them?

Answer all 10 questions to see your results

Your Post-Discharge Score

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Your Action Plan — Question by Question

Disclaimer: This quiz is for informational and self-reflection purposes only. It does not constitute medical, clinical, or professional advice. It is not a clinical assessment tool and should not be used as a substitute for guidance from a qualified healthcare provider. If you have concerns about a recent hospital discharge, contact your loved one's care team directly. Averyn Care provides non-clinical administrative coordination — not medical care.