Patient Information
Cafeteria Hours
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Call Lights
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Dietary Information
Upon admission, your nurse will gather information regarding your likes, dislikes, allergies, and any special dietary needs. Please note that your physician may order a special diet to meet your medical and nutritional needs. (If you are in need of a snack or beverage, please ask your nurse) Food may be brought in for the patients consumption, but only with the consent and order of the patient's physician. Menus for your selection will be offered on a daily basis.
Lost & Found
To inquire about lost and found, contact the Operator by pressing 0, or inquire at the nurses station.
Telephone/Mail
The Hospital phone # is 906-486-4431. To send/receive mail: Mail is delivered to patient rooms weekdays in the afternoon. You can give your stamped, outgoing mail to a nurse. It is helpful if you ask those sending mail to you to include your Unit name and room # in the address.
Newspaper:
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Notary Public:
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Parking:
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Pastoral Care/Cultural needs
These services are to meet the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and their families. Nursing personnel will assist you in notifying the clergy of your choice.
Personal Belongings/Valuables
We recommend that you bring as few personal belongings and valuables as possible. The hospital cannot be responsible for valuables left in your room. A safe is available for you if needed. Please ask your nurse for further assistance regarding valuables.
Safety
Your safety is one of our major concerns. All electrical appliances must meet hospital fire and safety codes designed specifically for the hospital environment. If you bring any items with you they will need to be checked by our Maintenance Department.
Smoking
Bell Hospital is a smoke free facility. Smoking or the use of tobacco products is prohibited. If you wish to smoke, you must meet specific criteria and obtain permission from your doctor and smoke outside the building. Smoking cessation classes are also available. For information, ask your nurse.
Side Rails
Hospital policy requires that the side rails at the head of the bed be up and locked at all times for patient safety.
Television:
Color TV is available. For a complete list of stations, contact your nurse. For the rest and welfare of our patients, the TV must be kept at a low volume.
Transportation:
Taxi service is available in the Ishpeming area. Contact the switchboard operator to secure this service
Vending machines:
Pop, juice and snack vending machines are located immediately upon entering the cafeteria.
Visitor Guidelines:
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Waiting Areas:
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Going Home:
Your doctor will decide when you are able to leave the hospital, and an order will be written for your discharge. In preparation for discharge, please ensure that a family member will be available to transport you from the hospital. If you are having trouble making thee arrangements, please contact the nursing staff.
Home Care Services
Bell Hospital can put you in contact with a Home Health Care Agency, should these services be necessary. Home Care Agencies in the Marquette County area include:UP Home Health & Hospice 475-4545
Marquette General Home Health 228-4325
Apria Healthcare 228-2230
Contributions:
Bell Hospital strives to provide the finest health care services and facilities in Marquette County. To accomplish this goal, Bell must continue to incorporate new technologies and equipment into the hospital environment. If you would like information about opportunities to support the Hospital financially, please contact our Bell Hospital Foundation at 485-2119.
Medications:
If possible, patients are asked to bring an updated list of their medications (or containers) to the Hospital.
Gift Shop:
Will open on September 29th, please check back for more information.
Flowers & Cards:
Located in the Gift Shop.
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