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Skilled Nursing Care

Skilled nursing care is care that’s provided at the order of a physician in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. The care is usually provided by a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse.

Note: These definitions are provided only to give you a general understanding of how these words are sometimes used by health insurance companies. Please refer to your coverage documents for a complete list of defined terms that apply to your specific coverage.
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