Seriously ill patients who cannot be quickly diagnosed or adequately treated in the physician's office are sent:

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Seriously ill patients who cannot be quickly diagnosed or adequately treated in the physician's office should be sent to a hospital where they can receive immediate medical attention and be admitted if necessary for further testing and treatment. Sending them to a consultant or hospice may delay necessary treatment and lead to worsened outcomes. Sending them home without proper diagnosis or treatment could be dangerous and potentially life-threatening.

Seriously Ill Patients Who Cannot Be Quickly Diagnosed or Adequately