Monroe Clinic COVID-19 Visitor Policy Updates

Please see updates below regarding Monroe Clinic and Hospital visitor policy changes that were in effect beginning December 9th. We will continue to adjust our policies and make decisions rooted in safeguarding and caring for our patients, visitors, caregivers and the community at large.
<strong>Hospital Visitor Policy </strong>
Beginning December 9th, we are suspending hospital visits at Monroe Clinic. Visitors over 18 years of age may still be allowed in the following circumstances: Compassionate care exceptions may be made in end-of-life situations or when a visitor is essential for the patient’s emotional well-being and care. Family Birth/Women’s Center patients will be allowed one support person for the duration of their stay, with permission of the Administrative Supervisor. Pediatric patients will be allowed one visitor per stay, with permission of the Administrative Supervisor.
If a visitor is allowed, then the following must be followed: Visitors must bring their own food, beverages and comfort items, as movement throughout the building is not allowed. Visitors may only enter the building one time per day. Once a visitor leaves, they will not be permitted to return until the following day. Visitors will be asked to complete a health screening, inclusive of temperature, prior to entering our facilities. Visitors are always required to maintain social distancing and cover their nose and mouth with a face covering while on-site. This is without exception. Anyone with a positive exposure to COVID-19 or elevated temperature will not be allowed entry without approval by Administrative Supervisor.
<strong>Clinic Visitor Policy – No Change</strong>
Beginning November 4th, patients are no longer allowed to have a visitor accompany them for in-clinic appointments.
One accompanying visitor may still be allowed for pediatric patients and for patients whose cognitive, physical or emotional abilities make a visitor an essential part of caring for the patient. If either criteria are met, then the visitor will be screened, per protocol, before being allowed to proceed to the visit with the patient.
For continued Monroe Clinic updates, please visit https://www.monroeclinic.org/coronavirus.