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Acute Care Hospital

Abbreviation: ACH

Definition

An Acute Care Hospital (ACH) is a medical facility that provides short-term and immediate care for patients with severe injuries or illnesses. ACHs offer a wide range of specialized medical services, advanced technologies, and highly trained healthcare professionals to address urgent medical needs and stabilize patients’ conditions.

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