Hospital Resources

Medicare or Medicaid

In accordance with Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance regulations, St. John’s Riverside Hospital Andrus and Dobbs Ferry Pavilions have a utilization review process in effect to promote the most efficient use of hospital services.

Our Continuing Care Department will work with you and your doctor to see that your care and treatment are not unnecessarily prolonged. Patients should not expect to have tests ordered that are not directly related to their present illness and/or can be performed on an outpatient basis. You can help by planning for your discharge as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please call:

Andrus Pavilion: Continuing Care Department at ext. 4441

Dobbs Ferry Pavilion: Social Services Department at ext. 1009

Organ Donation

Over 50,000 people benefited from transplants last year; however, thousands still wait for the gift that will save their lives or significantly improve the quality of their lives. Because of the great need, the federal government enacted legislation aimed at increasing the availability of organs and tissue for transplantation. Under the Required Request Law, hospitals are required to inform families of potential organ donors of the option.

The most important step in considering organ and tissue donation is a family discussion so that family members are fully informed and aware of each other’s wishes regarding organ donation. Preferences also may be indicated on a driver’s license and Uniform Donor Cards. However, many procurement agencies will not act without the express written permission of the donor’s closest relative or legal guardian.

If you would like additional information about organ donation, ask your doctor or a member of the nursing staff, or contact the New York Regional Transplant Program at 800-GIFT4NY.