§ 54.1-2515. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning:
"Contract" means a written agreement between a practitioner and the Intervention Program Committee providing the terms and conditions of program participation or a written agreement entered into by the Director for the implementation of intervention services.
"Disciplinary action" means any proceeding which may lead to a fine, probation, or to reprimand, restriction, revocation, suspension, denial or other order relating to the license, certificate or registration of a health care practitioner by a health regulatory board.
"Impairment" means a physical or mental disability, including, but not limited to substance abuse, that substantially alters the ability of a practitioner to practice his profession with safety to his patients and the public.
"Intervention Program Committee" means the seven-member group of licensed, certified or registered practitioners appointed by the Director to supervise the operation of the program, at least one of whom shall be licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy in Virginia and who shall be engaged in active clinical practice. All members of the Committee shall be knowledgeable about impairment and rehabilitation, particularly as related to health care practitioners.
"Practitioner" means any individual regulated by any health regulatory board listed in § 54.1-2503.
(1997, c. 439.)
Sections: 54.1-2515 54.1-2516 54.1-2517 54.1-2518 NextLast modified: April 16, 2009