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Understanding What Are the Terms for Hospital Discharge?

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According to studies, between 1% and 2% of hospital discharges are signed out against medical advice (AMA), representing a distinct type of patient release. However, most cases are far more straightforward. A patient's care journey concludes with one of several official **terms for hospital discharge**, each outlining the patient's destination and necessary follow-up care.