His surgeon says he has no restrictions but was a little weak a day or two after surgery but is feeling stronger. He is able to walk, slowly but does not need a wheelchair or a walker. He wants to leave the facility but the PT says he needs 2 weeks of therapy. Does my father have a right to get up and leave?
One has to be careful about just leaving a rehab before the physical therapist say it is ok to leave. Dad could find out once he is home, he needs more therapy and Medicare might say no because Dad had voluntarily left the facility before being discharged.
Because Medicare might not pay for rehab after an " against medical advice" discharge. Make sure your are protecting YOU.