Pennsylvania Statutes Title 72 P.S. Taxation and Fiscal Affairs § 202-E. Definitions

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

“Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder.”An irreversible and progressive neurological disorder diagnosed by a physician that has all of the following characteristics:

“Certified registered nurse practitioner.”A registered nurse licensed in this Commonwealth who is certified by the State Board of Nursing in a particular clinical specialty area.

“Clinical nurse specialist.”A registered nurse licensed in this Commonwealth who is certified by the State Board of Nursing as a clinical nurse specialist.

“Department.” The Department of Health of the Commonwealth.

“Physician.” A medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy.

“Physician assistant.”An individual who is licensed as a physician assistant by the State Board of Medicine.

“Primary care workforce.”Physicians, physician assistants, certified registered nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists delivering health care services to adult patients with the detection, diagnosis, treatment and care planning referral for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder.

“Primary care workforce education resources.”The resources established in section 203-E.  1

“Toolkit.” The Early Detection and Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease or a Related Disorder toolkit established in section 204-E(a). 2