Inpatient Care (Inpatient Facility)
Inpatient care is when an individual needs intense overnight treatment for a serious or life-threatening health condition.
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Inpatient care addresses serious health concerns expected to require supervision or treatment for over a day. This care happens in a specialized facility and involves an overnight stay.
Common types of inpatient care facilities include:
- Acute care facilities
- Skilled care facilities
- Rehabilitation centers
- Hospitals