As used in this subpart:

1. (1)

   1. (A) “Entity” means any person, organization, or business entity of any type that engages a healthcare provider as an employee, independent contractor, member, or in any other capacity for the practice of medicine as defined in Arkansas Code § 17-95-202.
   2. (B) “Entity” does not include insurance companies, health maintenance organizations, or hospital and medical service corporations;

2. (2)

   1. (A) “Existing patient” means a person who is seen for a medical diagnosis or treatment, or both, by a healthcare provider within the previous twelve (12) months as evidenced by an entry in the medical record of the patient.

   2. (B) The twelve-month period described herein shall be calculated by counting back twelve (12) months from the later of the following dates:

      1. (i) The date that the healthcare provider’s relationship with the entity terminates; or
      2. (ii) The date that the healthcare provider gave the entity notice of a new practice location; and
3. (3) “Healthcare provider” means a person who is licensed by the Arkansas State Medical Board and has ultimate responsibility and legal liability for the care of the patient.