### Question
How is the term continuing care patient defined?


### Answer
The term **continuing care patient** is defined in *29 U.S.C. § 1185g* as the following:

> an individual who, with respect to a provider or facility—


(A) is undergoing a course of treatment for a serious and complex condition from the provider or facility

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1185g*
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