Pennsylvania Statutes Title 35 P.S. Health and Safety § 10252. Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Advanced practice professional.”A person who:

“Department.” The Department of Human Services of the Commonwealth.

“Full-time equivalent.”Thirty-seven and one-half hours per week.

“Interactive audio and video.”Real-time two-way or multiple-way communication between a psychiatrist and an individual.

“Outpatient psychiatric clinic.”A nonresidential treatment setting in which psychiatric, psychological, social, educational and other related services are provided under medical supervision. It is designed for the evaluation and treatment of individuals of any age with mental illness or emotional distress. Outpatient services are provided on a planned and regularly scheduled basis.

“Psychiatrist.” A physician who has completed at least three years of a residency in psychiatry and is licensed to practice psychiatry in this Commonwealth.