### Question
What is the definition of skilled nursing facility?


### Answer
The definition of **skilled nursing facility** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 1395i*:

> 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 6-THE CHILDREN'S BUREAU > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part A-Hospital Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

