The Discharge Summary is a document which synopsizes a patient's admission to a hospital, LTPAC provider, or other setting. It provides information for the continuation of care following discharge. The Joint Commission requires the following information to be included in the Discharge Summary (http://www.jointcommission.org/):
• The reason for hospitalization (the admission)
• The procedures performed, as applicable
• The care, treatment, and services provided
• The patient’s condition and disposition at discharge
• Information provided to the patient and family
• Provisions for follow-up care