In most cases, the decision to admit a patient can be made in under 48 hours, and many times in less than 24 hours, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Hospital costs for admitted inpatients are covered under Medicare Part A after the patient pays a deductible ($1,216 for 2014). But observation care is considered an outpatient service, and Part A doesnât cover such services.
Using an ice or cold pack Apply an ice or cold pack to the injured or sore area at least 3 times a day for as long as you have pain, swelling, and inflammation. For the first 72 hours, ice for 10 minutes, once an hour.
ICE PACK Defined for English Language Learners. ice pack. noun. Definition of ice pack for English Language Learners. : a container or bag filled with ice that is used to cool part of your body. : a large area of ice on the ocean formed from pieces and sheets of ice that have been pushed together by wind and waves.