Term: Medical Admission

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

Admission to hospital based on medical reasons (not surgical, obstetrical, or psychiatric cases).

Related terms 

• Alternate Level of Care (ALC)
• Medical Case
• Medical Days
• Medical Separation
• Medical Service Type

References 

• De Coster C, Peterson S, Kasian P. Alternatives to Acute Care . Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health and Evaluation, 1996. [Report] [Summary] (View)