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Inpatient

Date of Publication:

11/16/2015

Definition:

A patient who is admitted to a hospital or clinic for treatment that requires at least one overnight stay.

Source of Definition:

DOD Health Record Life Cycle Management

Related Glossary Terms:

Inpatient | Inpatient Record

Last Updated: August 18, 2022
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