More About Outpatient Care

Outpatient services are medical procedures or tests that can be done in a medical center without an overnight stay. Many procedures and tests can be done in a few hours. Outpatient services include: Wellness and prevention, such as counseling and weight-loss programs. Diagnosis, such as lab tests and MRI scans. Treatment, such as some surgeries and chemotherapy. Rehabilitation, such as drug or alcohol rehab and physical therapy.