What to bring for your hospital stay

Please bring the following to the hospital.

This information in print form:

• a current list of your medicines (the My Medicine List)
• a copy of your health care directive (if you have one)
• driver's license or photo ID
• your insurance information (insurance card, Medicare card, work compensation information or all three)

Personal items:

• personal care items such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, denture cleaner, comb, skin care products, deodorant, make-up and shaving kit
• loose-fitting tops and bottoms (shorts with an elastic waistband, generous sweat pants). You will get dressed each morning in your own clothes.
• clothing you will wear home, including loose-fitting pants, shirt, underwear and socks
• flat shoes or athletic shoes (comfortable, supportive with nonslip soles)
• glasses or contacts (if you wear them) and storage containers
• hearing aides (if you wear them), storage container and extra batteries
• CPAP machine (if you use one)
• reading materials (All rooms have a television and phone.)
• phone numbers of family and friends
• cell phone charger
• rolling walker with front wheels (if you have one). Your physical therapist can make adjustments to your walker for you. (Be sure to label it with your name.) If you do not have an assistive walking device, your physical therapist will help you get the medical equipment you need while in the hospital.
• money to buy equipment to take home if needed. It's a good idea to ask a member of your care circle to bring this to you. Allina Health will not be responsible for lost or stolen items.