Adult subacute care is a level of care that is defined as comprehensive inpatient care designed for someone who has an acute illness, injury or exacerbation of a disease process.

What does sub-acute mean in a hospital?

Sub-acute care can be provided in an acute care facility or an auxiliary hospital for the purpose of receiving convalescent and/or rehabilitation services, where it is anticipated that they will achieve their functional potential to enable them to improve their health status and to successfully return to the community.

What is an example of subacute care?

Subacute care can include dialysis, chemotherapy, ventilation care, complex wound care, and other inpatient medical and nursing services.