ER Follow-up
Follow-up visit after an emergency room visit.
Typical visit length: 20–40 minutes
About this visit
A check-in after an ER visit to review what happened, confirm the plan, and make sure you’re recovering as expected.
Your prep, step by step
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In advance
Recommended steps to take in the days before your appointment.
Prep checklist
Documents, what to bring, and steps to take before you go.
Question generator
Pick from curated questions and add your own.
Symptom journal
Track what you've been feeling so you can describe it clearly.
Transportation plan
How you'll get there and home — especially if sedation is involved.
After your visit
What to expect: prescriptions, results, referrals, follow-up.
Printable summary
One-page template to bring with you and write answers on.
Call your provider or seek care if you experience:
- Return of the symptoms that originally sent you to the ER
- New or worsening pain, swelling, or shortness of breath
- Medication reaction (rash, swelling, breathing trouble)
- Fever or signs of infection
In an emergency, call your local emergency number.