1. (a) As used in this chapter, "health care service" means a health care procedure, treatment, or service provided by:

   1. (1) a health care facility (as defined in IC 16-18-2-161 (a));
   2. (2) an ambulatory outpatient surgical center (as defined in IC 16-18-2-14 ); or

   3. (3) a health care provider within the scope of practice of the health care provider's license or legal authorization.

      The term includes the provision of pharmaceutical products or services or durable medical equipment.

2. (b) The term does not include the following:

   1. (1) Dental services.
   2. (2) Vision services.
   3. (3) Cosmetic surgery.

As added by P.L.77-2018, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.144-2025, SEC.12.