282N00000X General Acute Care Hospital
- Definition
- An acute general hospital is an institution whose primary function is to provide inpatient diagnostic and therapeutic services for a variety of medical conditions, both surgical and non-surgical, to a wide population group. The hospital treats patients in an acute phase of illness or injury, characterized by a single episode or a fairly short duration, from which the patient returns to his or her normal or previous level of activity.
- Grouping
- Hospitals
- Classification
- General Acute Care Hospital
- Section
- Non-Individual
Specializations
282NC2000X
Children's Hospital
A medical facility that provides hospital care specifically for infants, children, and teenagers. Children's hospitals offer a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgeries, cancer treatment, intensive care, and support for chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, and congenital heart defects. Patients and families can expect specialized doctors, nurses, and child-friendly environments focused on the unique needs of young patients.
282NC0060X
Critical Access Hospital
A medical facility that provides emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and basic medical treatment to people in rural or underserved areas. A critical access hospital offers care for common illnesses and injuries, manages chronic conditions, and stabilizes patients with serious emergencies before transferring them to larger hospitals if needed. Patients can expect essential medical services close to home, including laboratory tests, minor surgeries, and 24-hour emergency care.
282NR1301X
Rural Acute Care Hospital
A medical facility that provides emergency and short-term medical care for people living in rural communities. It offers services such as treating injuries, infections, heart problems, and breathing issues, as well as performing surgeries and delivering babies. Patients can expect around-the-clock care, basic diagnostic tests, and help stabilizing serious conditions before transfer to larger hospitals if needed.
282NW0100X
Women's Hospital
A medical facility that specializes in providing comprehensive hospital care for women, including pregnancy and childbirth services, gynecologic surgeries, and treatment of reproductive health conditions. Patients can expect care for issues such as high-risk pregnancies, menopause, infertility, breast health, and gynecologic cancers, as well as access to maternity, neonatal, and women’s wellness services in a supportive environment tailored to women’s unique health needs.