McLeod Health Clarendon Visitor & Patient Information

At McLeod Health, we understand how important it is to keep our patients and their loved ones connected throughout their care. That is why our visitation policies are designed to support family presence while ensuring a safe, supportive environment for healing.

During periods of high community illness or infections, temporary visitation restrictions may be implemented to ensure a safe and effective care environment for all patients, visitors, and staff.

Children of all ages are welcome to visit our hospitals with an accompanying adult*.  For safety, children must remain under the direct supervision of an adult who is not the patient. (*As of November 3, 2025)

An armband/visitor pass will be provided at each facility’s entrance.

IN-PATIENTS:

Each in-patient is welcome to have four (4) visitors during visiting hours. Daily visiting hours are 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. No more than one (1) visitor may remain overnight. Pediatric patients are limited to two (2) adult visitors for overnight stays.

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT:

Patients may have two (2) visitors, limited to one (1) visiting at a time.

OUT-PATIENT TESTING AND PROCEDURES:

Patients may have two (2) visitors.

WOMEN’S SERVICES/LABOR AND DELIVERY:

Two (2) support people may stay with the mother during labor. This individual can be relieved by others, but only by one (1) other person at a time. Other visitors, up to four (4), may wait in the family waiting areas. After delivery and recovery, the mother and baby may have four (4) visitors. Siblings of any age may visit.

COVID-19 POSITIVE PATIENTS OR COVID-19 RULE-OUT PATIENTS:

Patients may have one (1) visitor unless end-of-life. All visitors must adhere to hospital infection prevention guidelines.

END-OF-LIFE PATIENTS:

Patients at end-of-life may have up to six (6) visitors at a time.

Special requests regarding visitation will be handled on an individual basis and be referred to the Administrative Nursing Supervisor for the final decision.

McLeod Physician Associates Practice Offices

• One (1) identified supportive care person is permitted to attend with the patient receiving care.
• Unless they are receiving care, children younger than 12 are not allowed in waiting areas or treatment rooms.

Connecting Through Technology

Your loved one is in excellent hands! Our staff members are devoted to providing safe, high-quality, compassionate care. Our compassion and concern for the well-being of our patients extend to you, the family member, and friend.

You are considered a key part of a patient’s journey to healing. We understand that you cannot always be here with your loved one, and encourage family members and friends to use alternative communication methods as available and appropriate such as:

• Phone Call (either personal cell or patient room)
• Texting, Email, or other electronic methods
• Video Chatting (FaceTime, Duo, or Skype)
• Family Connect Visits: Virtual visitation experiences that are coordinated by a team who are trained to help patients, visitors, and loved ones stay connected by using smart devices. This team also assists with device charger needs and can help with smart device issues the patient or family is experiencing.

If you need assistance connecting to your patient’s room, requesting a Family Connect Visit, or have smart device and charge needs, McLeod Switchboard is here to help you and is available 24/7.

McLeod Regional Medical Center: (843) 777-2000

Patient Personal Belongings

We care about you and want your stay at McLeod Health to be exceptional. We also care about your personal belongings and know they are important to you. When possible, please leave all valuables at home or send them home with a family member. If you are unable to send valuables home or if you have brought any of the following items, please let your nurse know so our security team can safely store them in the hospital safe: credit cards, money, jewelry, electronics, or other valuable items. If you have dentures, glasses, or hearing aids please place them in a protective case when not in use. Although McLeod Health does not accept responsibility for patient belongings, we do our best to inform patients of the importance of bringing only necessities with them.