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


### Answer
The term **extended care patient** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1395tt* as follows -

> an individual being furnished extended care services at a hospital pursuant to an agreement with the Secretary under this section

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395tt*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part D-Miscellaneous Provisions**

