LUBBOCK, Texas (PRESS RELEASE) — The following is a press release from UMC Health System:
UMC strives to always ensure the safety of our patients, visitors, and staff, as we assess current visitation and mask protocols. As UMC continues to follow CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19, we are updating visitation policies, effective Monday, July 26, 2021.
As you prepare for a visit to UMC, please keep the following in mind:
UMC will continue to require masks for staff, patients, and visitors.
UMC adjusted visitation guidelines to allow additional visitors:
Non-COVID can have visitors of all ages:
- Two visitors per patient per day.
- For end of life – five visitors at a time with no maximum number of visitors.
To continue to keep Lubbock safe and healthy, we are not allowing COVID patients to have visitors, with few exceptions:
- Family Birth Center may have one coach or partner per patient
- Patients under 18 may have two visitors per patient per day
- NICU may have mother + one other visitor
- End of Life may have up to two visitors at a time with prior authorization
About UMC Health System
UMC Health System is a national award-winning health system comprised of over 4,600 team members and more than 30 care locations. We are proud to partner with two outstanding healthcare organizations: UMC Physicians and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center to provide the West Texas and Eastern New Mexico regions with the best in care. At UMC, Our Passion is You. Whether you are managing a chronic condition, dealing with an unexpected illness, or simply working to stay healthy. Our goal is to be your healthcare partner. Wherever you are in your life’s journey, UMC is there with you every step of the way. We are passionate about getting you well and helping you stay that way.
(Press release from UMC Health System)