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Pennsylvania Statutes Title 8 Pa.C.S.A. Boroughs and Incorporated Towns § 3100. Definitions

Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

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

“Board.” A board of health established under section 3101(a) (relating to administration).

“Board secretary.” The secretary of a board.

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

“Health officer.” An individual appointed under section 3101(a) or 3103(b)(1)(iii) (relating to oaths, officers and security).

“Professional health care provider.” An individual who is licensed, certified or registered to practice or operate in the health care field under the laws of this Commonwealth. The term includes:

(1) A physician.

(2) A dentist.

(3) A podiatrist.

(4) A chiropractor.

(5) An optometrist.

(6) A psychologist.

(7) A pharmacist.

(8) A registered or practical nurse.

(9) A physical therapist.

(10) A physician's assistant.

(11) A paramedic.

(12) An administrator of any hospital, nursing or convalescent home or other health care facility.

(13) A veterinarian.

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