Hospital activities

NACE v2.1 Code: R86.1

About hospital activities

NACE code 86.1, 'Hospital activities,' encompasses the provision of inpatient and other hospital-related healthcare services. This industry plays a vital role in the broader healthcare ecosystem, catering to the medical needs of individuals and communities. Hospitals are essential institutions that deliver a wide range of diagnostic, curative, and rehabilitative services, contributing significantly to the overall well-being and quality of life for the population.

Production process

The core production techniques in the hospital activities industry involve the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various medical conditions. This includes the use of advanced medical equipment, such as imaging technologies, laboratory testing, and surgical instruments. Hospitals also rely on the expertise of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and specialized support staff, to provide comprehensive patient care. The industry follows strict protocols and procedures to ensure the highest standards of medical practice and patient safety.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the hospital activities industry include medical equipment and supplies, such as diagnostic tools, surgical instruments, and pharmaceutical products. Hospitals also rely on a skilled workforce, including doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, as well as support staff like administrators and technicians. Additionally, hospitals require access to reliable utilities, such as electricity, water, and waste management systems, to maintain their operations.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the hospital activities industry are the provision of inpatient and outpatient healthcare services. These services include, but are not limited to, emergency care, surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, and rehabilitation programs. The outputs of this industry are consumed by individuals seeking medical treatment, as well as other related NACE codes, such as 86.2 Medical and dental practice activities and 86.9 Other human health activities.

Revisions to 86.1

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 86.1. The most recent 1 version of this code (86.1) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 86.1.

Older versions

Family tree for hospital activities

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R'>R: HUMAN HEALTH AND SOCIAL WORK ACTIVITIES</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86'>86: Human health activities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/1'>86.1: Hospital activities</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/2'>86.2: Medical and dental practice activities</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/9'>86.9: Other human health activities</a>"]

    C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/R/86/10'>86.10: Hospital activities</a>"]


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