All patients (excluding emergency patients) register for services in Central Registration located on the first floor of the hospital. During the registration process, pertinent medical information will be obtained that is vital to your hospital record. All patient information is held in strict confidence. Please bring your medical insurance cards. If you have an Advance Directive (living will), you may want to bring a copy unless the Hospital already has it on file. All inpatient rooms are private rooms to provide you with the utmost privacy and comfort.
It is your right to accept or refuse medical treatment. Your doctor must clearly explain the advantages and risks of any procedures, tests or treatments. Based on this information, you must give your permission for such care. You have the right to refuse any treatments. This process is called informed consent. More
Waldo County General Hospital believes each patient deserves safe, quality medical treatment and compassionate care. The listed rights and responsibilities support our commitment to this belief. More
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Financial assistance is available, to determine qualification for our free care or financial assistance programs (including CarePartners and MedAccess), please download a copy of our financial assistance policy by clicking here or contact our Customer Service Representatives at 338-9308 or 1-800-935-7850. more
Waldo County General Hospital, in conjunction with the New England Organ Bank, participates in a tissue and organ donation program. The decision to donate tissues or organs is a personal one, and you and your family may have some questions. If you need further information regarding tissue or organ donation, please ask to speak with our liaison. More
We suggest you bring a robe, slippers and personal toiletries. Hospital sleepwear will be provided. If the hospital provides basic toiletries, these will be charged to your bill.
If you are currently on medication, bring your medicines or bring a complete updated list of medication with the times and dosage amount. It is important for your safety that we have an accurate list of all current medicines you are taking. Your medicines will be returned to you when you are discharged.
In addition, you may want to bring a small amount of pocket change (not more than $10 in cash). Leave other valuables such as rings, important papers, or large sums of money at home. Waldo County General Hospital cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items. If necessary, you may make arrangements to store valuables in the safe.
While we take every reasonable precaution to protect your personal belongings, including eyeglasses and dentures, the Hospital does not assume responsibility for them. If you wear dentures, contact lenses or a hearing aid, please inform your nurse so you can be given a protective container if needed.
The surgical experience begins with patients being greeted by the staff members of the Ambulatory Care Unit. Here the patient is prepared for surgery. More
