Temporary COVID-19 Related Visitor Guidelines

When Visiting a Baptist Health Facility:

Effective 4/11/2023, but subject to change as recommendations evolve.

Baptist Health Medical Group, which includes medical offices and Baptist Health Urgent Care locations, is not currently limiting visitors per patient. 
Masking* is now optional at Baptist Health Medical Group Physician offices.

*Images and videos may not reflect current masking or PPE protocols at Baptist Health, since these are subject to change based on the current CDC guidelines. Videos and images are filmed in a controlled environment following appropriate safety guidelines.

For hospital-specific restrictions please visit one of the locations below:

Patient and Visitor Infection Prevention

Mask Instructions

For everyone's safety, visitors are expected to comply with our universal masking policy during the entire visit. 

1. Clean hands before touching/putting on the mask.
2. Mask has a front, back, top and bottom.
3. Front of mask "folds" point down and may be colored. The front should face away from you. 
4. The top of the mask has a wire which molds over the bridge of the nose.
5. Fit mask to cover face (nose and mouth). 
6. Wear mask upon entry to the facility and remove the mask after leaving the facility. Clean hands. 
7. Do not touch the mask while it is on your face. 
8. Mask should always cover nose and mouth and should never be pulled under the chin. 

Keep Hands Clean

1. Clean hands frequently. If washing with soap and water, wash your hands for 20 seconds or more, making sure to get under your nails.
2. Clean your hands when entering a patient's room, before touching a patient and before you leave the patient's room. 
3. Clean hands before touching eyes, nose, or mouth and before eating. 
4. Clean hands after using the bathroom, blowing nose, coughing, or sneezing. 
5. Clean hands after touching frequently touched surfaces (door handles, elevator buttons, bed rails, light switches, etc.)

To download a printable version of the Patient and Visitor Infection Prevention click here.