### Question
Can you define what continuing care patient means?


### Answer
**Continuing care patient** is defined as the following in *42 U.S.C. § 300gg*:

> 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:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300gg*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XXV-REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE > Part D-Additional Coverage Provisions**

