Safety First:
Visitor Policy Update August 4, 2021
The safety and well-being of our patients, visitors and staff is our number one priority. Due to the increase in COVID-19 in the community, effective immediately, DeKalb Regional Medical Center will no longer allow visitors, with limited exceptions. Limited exceptions will be made for the areas of Obstetrics, Pediatrics, end-of-life circumstances, or for patients with mental or physical limitations.
Visitation policy for Approved Support Persons/Caregivers
In order to maintain a safe environment for our hospital, all approved support persons must follow the below requirements:
- Please comply with entrance screening at designated points of entry.
- Entry will be denied to anyone who tests positive for symptoms of COVID-19, such as temperature above 100.4, cough or shortness of breath.
- While visiting, caregivers must remain in the patient’s room (other areas of the hospital, including waiting areas, are closed to visitors).
- Wear a mask or appropriate face covering at all times. Approved support persons/caregivers are encouraged to provide their own mask.
- Observe social distancing and frequent hand sanitation.
We encourage families or caregivers to use alternative ways to interact with their loved ones, including phone calls or virtual visitation through such platforms like FaceTime or Skype.
Do you need to check on a loved one?
For Inpatient (Med-Surg) patients: One family member may call 256-997-2415 for patient updates between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. and/or 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.
For ICU patients: One family member may call 256-997-2486 for patient updates between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. and/or 8 p.m. and 9 p.m.
With guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Alabama Department of Public Health and others, we are taking all the necessary steps to ensure the health, well-being and safety of our patients, our staff and the communities we serve. We continue to encourage the community to get vaccinated.