Long-term care hospitals (LTCH) are not considered a short-term option for acute care hospitals and are not part of the prospective payment system (PPS).

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Long-term care hospitals (LTCHs) are indeed designed for long-term care, but they are part of the Prospective Payment System (PPS), which is a method used to reimburse hospitals for patient care.

Long-Term Care Hospitals (LTCH) Are Not Considered a Short-Term Option