2.5.08 Transfer to another hospital Estimated reading: 1 minute 1002 views Authors Goal and purpose Indication, transport, necessary information and agreement on readmission Selection of a suitable treatment facility according to the treatment needs (specialised medical treatment, sub-acute care, rehabilitation facility). The criteria for the selection must be set out, the notification of the receiving organisation, the transport conditions, formalities of the takeover (possibly general agreements for the takeover). Agreement on the time of transfer, responsibility for transport, provision of medicines or medical devices, monitoring of the process until arrival at the receiving facility. Procedure if relocation is not possible. Accompanying documentation during relocation Area of application Description of the Documentation Resources Responsibility and qualification Notes and comments Applicable documents Literature Terms Attachments 2.5 Aftercare - Previous 2.5.07 Transition management Next - 2.5 Aftercare 2.5.09 Follow-up treatment