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In Patient Care: Admission to Discharge

Inpatient care is hospital treatment that begins with admission and continues until discharge. During the stay, the care team assesses the patient, provides treatment and monitors progress; discharge marks the…[...]

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Cancer Care: From Screening to Follow-Up

Cancer care begins with understanding which screening tests are appropriate, then continues through diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up tailored to each person. Screening can help find some cancers before symptoms appear,…[...]

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Convenient Care: What It Treats and When to Go

Convenient care treats common, non-emergency problems that need prompt attention, such as minor illnesses or injuries. It can be a practical choice when your regular provider is unavailable, but severe,…[...]

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Community Care: What Local Health Services Do

Local health services provide care and support close to where people live, helping with everyday health needs, ongoing conditions and recovery. They may connect patients with different kinds of care,…[...]

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Sutter Urgent Care: Find a Clinic and Prepare

To find a Sutter Urgent Care clinic, use Sutter Health’s clinic search and check the location’s services and hours before you go. To prepare, bring your identification, insurance details and…[...]

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Medicare: Find a Doctor and Coordinate Care

To find a doctor who accepts Medicare, check that the provider participates in Medicare and confirm they accept your coverage before booking. To coordinate care, share your current medication list…[...]