Can I use Kate Farms during a hospital stay?

Kate Farms formulas are available for inpatient use at hospitals across the country. If you are currently in the hospital or planning for an upcoming stay, there are a few important questions you may want to ask your care team.

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Does the hospital carry Kate Farms?

If your hospital carries Kate Farms, you can ask your provider or dietitian to request it for your care. Many hospitals have a variety of formula options available, even if Kate Farms is not offered by default. It is often available upon request.

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What if the hospital does not carry Kate Farms?

Some hospitals may be limited to the brands they regularly stock, but they may allow you to bring your own formula for personal use during your stay. If that is the case, we recommend placing an order to your home and bringing the formula with you rather than shipping it directly to the hospital. You can place an order at any time at shop.katefarms.com.

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What if I'm not allowed to bring my own formula?

Let us know. In some cases, hospitals may allow clinicians to request non-stocked formulas for patients with specific dietary needs. We are happy to reach out to your healthcare team to provide more information about Kate Farms and send free samples for use during your stay if permitted. 

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Can I go home on Kate Farms?

Whether or not you are able to use Kate Farms during your hospital stay, you may still be able to go home on it. To do so, your doctor will need to write a prescription for Kate Farms, and the prescription must be sent to a home medical supply company.

Ask your discharge planning team about continuing on Kate Farms at home. You can also visit our Kate Farms at Home to learn more about working with a home medical supplier. 

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