Air Data Functions The modern air data computers and their associated instrumentation are used to measure a number of criti-cal air mass properties. The computer must track pressure changes as the aircraft climbs, descends, accelerates, decelerates and then accurately pre-dict, for example, capture points for the autopilot. The atmospheric pres-
Know Your Hospital Status. When you are admitted to a hospital, it is only natural to believe that you have been admitted as a regular patient, or an âinpatient,â to that hospital. Yet, a concept known as âobservation statusâ can affect the amount you pay if you are on Medicare.
Critical Access Hospitals. Eligibility. Critical Access Hospitals are designated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The defining legislation is Section 1820(c)(2) of the Social Security Act. For more information, see Critical Access Hospitals Fact Sheet (PDF - 93 KB).