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


### Answer
The term **continuing care patient** is defined in *26 U.S.C. § 9818* as follows -

> 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:
  - *26 U.S.C. § 9818*
  - Heading: **Subtitle K-Group Health Plan Requirements > CHAPTER 100-GROUP HEALTH PLAN REQUIREMENTS > Subchapter B-Other Requirements**

