Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients and their families may wish to ask the doctor the following questions regarding day treatment programs:

1. Can you recommend a day treatment program for my condition?
   
   
2. Will I need a physician referral for admittance into a day treatment program?
   
   
3. What kinds of treatment and therapy will I receive while attending a day treatment program?
   
   
4. Does my child’s day treatment program include an educational plan? If so, how much time is spent on academic instruction?
   
   
5. Is vocational training also included in my day treatment program?
   
   
6. Who are the staff members of the day treatment program and what is their training?
   
   
7. Who will be my (or my child’s) primary therapist during the day treatment program?
   
   
8. How many hours of therapy will I receive during the day treatment program?
   
   
9. Will I need to continue seeing my primary physician or psychiatrist while attending the day treatment program?
   
   
10. How long do I need to attend the day treatment program for my condition?
    
    
11. What should I do if my symptoms worsen while I am at home?
    
    
12. Does my insurance cover day treatment programs?
    
    
13. What follow-up treatment will I have after completing day treatment?