Medical treatment provided to patients who require admission to a hospital or other healthcare facility for overnight stay or longer durations due to the severity of their condition.
The process of officially registering a patient into a healthcare facility for inpatient care, typically involving paperwork, assessment, and assignment of a room or bed.
A system used for classifying inpatient cases and determining reimbursement based on the principal diagnosis, procedures performed, age, sex, and other relevant factors.
A physician who specializes in the care of hospitalized patients, coordinating treatment plans, monitoring progress, and communicating with other healthcare providers involved in the patient’s care.
A customized plan developed by nurses for each patient, outlining the specific care interventions and goals tailored to the individual’s condition and needs during their inpatient stay.
The process of preparing a patient for leaving the hospital, which includes coordinating post-discharge care, medication instructions, follow-up appointments, and ensuring a smooth transition to home or another healthcare setting.
A digital version of a patient’s paper chart, containing their medical history, diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, immunization dates, allergies, radiology images, and laboratory test results, accessible to authorized healthcare providers.
Infections acquired by patients during their stay in a healthcare facility, often due to exposure to pathogens in the hospital environment or through invasive procedures.
A measure of how satisfied patients are with their overall inpatient care experience, typically assessed through surveys or feedback forms, which helps healthcare facilities identify areas for improvement.
Services provided to patients as they transition from one healthcare setting to another, such as from hospital to home or from hospital to a rehabilitation facility, to ensure continuity of care and prevent readmissions.