Section 284-20A-020. Definitions that apply to RCW 48.18.290, 48.18.2901, 48.18.547 and this chapter.  


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  • The definitions in RCW 48.18.547(1) apply to this chapter. In addition, the definitions in this section apply throughout the chapter:
    (1) "Medical malpractice" has the same meaning as in RCW 48.140.010(9).
    (2) "Provider" includes both a facility and provider as defined in RCW 48.140.010 (6) and (7).
    (3) "Risk profile" means characteristics of a provider that increase or decrease the potential for future medical malpractice claims that may fall in the scope of coverage of a medical malpractice insurance policy.
    [Statutory Authority: RCW 48.02.060 and 48.18.547. WSR 06-17-054 (Matter No. R 2006-01), § 284-20A-020, filed 8/10/06, effective 9/10/06.]
RCW 48.02.060 and 48.18.547. WSR 06-17-054 (Matter No. R 2006-01), § 284-20A-020, filed 8/10/06, effective 9/10/06.