In addition to definitions contained in Chapter 400, Part X, F.S., the following definitions shall apply specifically to health care clinics.
- (1) “Licensee” means an individual, general partner of a limited partnership, general partnership, joint venture, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, unincorporated association, corporation or any other business relationship or entity that owns or controls a health care clinic or is the lessee of the health care clinic having the right of possession of the health care clinic location or mobile unit.
- (2) “Physician” means a person currently licensed to practice medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic, or podiatry pursuant to Chapters 458, 459, 460 or 461, F.S., respectively.
- (3) “Unencumbered license” means a license issued by the respective health practitioner board of the Department of Health that permits a physician to perform all duties authorized under a license without restriction.
- (4) “The Health Care Clinic Act” or “Act” means Chapter 400, Part X, F.S.
- (5) “F.S.” means Florida Statutes.
- (6) “F.A.C.” means Florida Administrative Code.
- (7) “Licensed medical provider” means a licensed health care practitioner.
Rulemaking Authority 400.9925 FS. Law Implemented 400.991 (1), 400.9925, 400.9905(4)(g), (5) FS. History–New 8-28-06.