December 5, 2025 at 12pm CT
Non-Certified / Long-Term Swing Bed
Many Critical Access Hospitals care for non-certified or long-term Swing Bed patients. Non-certified generally refers to Swing Bed patients who stay in the Swing Bed for an extended period, often for the duration of their lives. These patients must be provided with care and services to ensure that care is provided in a manner and in an environment that promotes maintenance or enhancement of their quality of life, recognizing each resident’s individuality.

