ID card
See Member ID card.
Internal medicine
A medical specialty focusing on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting adults.
Immunization center
A location where providers administer vaccinations, such as a public health center, pharmacy or mall. May also include a physician office setting.
Immunology
The study of immunity and immune responses.
Inpatient
A facility, other than psychiatric, which primarily provides diagnostic, therapeutic (both surgical and non-surgical), and rehabilitation services by, or under, the supervision of physicians to patients admitted for a variety of medical conditions.
Long-term care insurance
Coverage designed to reduce the risk that the contract holder would need to deplete his or her assets to pay for long-term care.

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