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Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 40, § 1109.1. Definitions

Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

As used in this Part, the following terms have the meaning ascribed in this Section:

(1) “Department” means the Louisiana Department of Health.

(2) “Down syndrome” means a chromosomal condition caused by the presence of an extra whole or partial copy of chromosome 21.

(3) “Healthcare facility” means a facility, including but not limited to a hospital, or an office where a healthcare provider furnishes care to patients for health needs or medical conditions.

(4)(a) “Healthcare provider” means a person who is licensed, certified, or otherwise authorized by the laws of this state to provide health care or medical treatment in the ordinary course of business or practice of a profession.

(b) “Healthcare provider” includes a genetic counselor.

(5) “Hospital” means a facility that is duly licensed as a hospital in accordance with the provisions of the Hospital Licensing Law, R.S. 40:2100 et seq.

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