113 Medicare Terms Defined

Medicare Glossary: Simple Definitions & Terms

Plain-English definitions for every Medicare term — from ABN to ZIP enrollment. No jargon, no confusion.

Terms starting with "I" — 1 term

I

Inpatient Care

Part A
Care you receive when you are formally admitted to a hospital. Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital care after you meet your deductible. Being in a hospital as an inpatient is different from outpatient observation status, which is covered under Part B.
Related: Part A Observation status Benefit period

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