1. (a) For purposes of Section 803.1 of the code,

   1. (1) “Above average” settlement amount means a settlement 17% and above the mean for that licensee's specialty.
   2. (2) “Average” settlement amount means a settlement less than 17% above and below the mean for that licensee's specialty.
   3. (3) “Below average” settlement amount means a settlement 17% and below the mean for that licensee's specialty.
   4. (4) The “high risk” specialties, based on a calculation of the estimated number of specialists (by specialty) practicing in California who had three or more settlements within the ten-year period preceding January 1, 2003, are neurological surgery, obstetrics, orthopedic surgery, and plastic surgery.
   5. (5) A “low risk” specialty is every specialty not identified as a “high risk” specialty.
2. (b) The division shall review the reported settlement data on an annual basis to determine whether the data supports any change in these definitions.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 803.1 and 2018, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 803.1, Business and Professions Code.

History

1. New section filed 10-4-2004; operative 11-3-2004 (Register 2004, No. 41).