| Term | Neonatal Intensive Care |
|---|---|
| Code | LD-3300.6000 |
| Definition | Programs that make lifesaving techniques and equipment available to premature and/or critically ill infants who require continuous observation and, in many cases, intensive therapeutic intervention by trained medical staff. Neonatal intensive care is provided in special units or distinct parts of health care facilities that are designed for this purpose. |
| Created | 3/10/92 |
| Changed | 2/23/12 |
| Use References |
High Risk Infant Unit Preemie Intensive Care Preemie Nurseries Premature Nurseries |
| See Also References |
Neonatal Care (LJ-5000.6200) Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine (LV-6800.5500) |
| External Classification Terms |
Emergency Medical Services & Transport (NTE E62) Emergency Services, Hospital Based (NPC E09.03) Health (CAN HC-300) Health Care (AIRS HC-300) |
| Related Concepts |
Children and Youth Early Childhood Programs/Services Emergency and Crisis Services Pregnancy |
| Facet | Service |
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