### Question
How is the "skilled nursing facility" defined?


### Answer
The term **skilled nursing facility** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395i* as follows -

> an institution (or a distinct part of an institution) which—


(1) is primarily engaged in providing to residents—


(A) skilled nursing care and related services for residents who require medical or nursing care, or


(B) rehabilitation services for the rehabilitation of injured, disabled, or sick persons,


  

and is not primarily for the care and treatment of mental diseases

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395i*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part A-Hospital Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

