Postvisit

Postvisit is a noun or adjective formed from post- (after) and visit, describing events, actions, or documentation that occur after a visit. It is used in professional contexts to mark activities that follow an initial consultation, inspection, or service encounter.

In healthcare, postvisit refers to activities completed after a patient visit. This includes postvisit documentation such as progress notes, disposition summaries, or discharge notes; postvisit instructions for patient care; and plans for follow-up appointments or referrals. Postvisit communications may be delivered by electronic health record systems, patient portals, or phone calls, and are intended to support continuity of care and patient safety.

In other settings, the term can describe actions after a site visit, home visit, or professional assessment. For example, inspectors or auditors may issue a postvisit report outlining findings, recommendations, and required follow-up steps; researchers may collect data from postvisit surveys.

Spelling and usage vary; the term may appear as postvisit or post-visit depending on style guide. Some sources prefer hyphenation when used as an adjective (post-visit instructions) rather than a noun (postvisit).

See also: postdischarge, after-visit summary, follow-up.