33-9-101. Definitions. As used in this part, the following definitions apply:

Terms Used In Montana Code 33-9-101

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Person: includes a corporation or other entity as well as a natural person. See Montana Code 1-1-201
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201

(1)”Health care provider” means any person, corporation, facility, or institution of a governmental unit of any state licensed by that state to provide health care, including but not limited to physician, osteopath, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist, hospital, hospital-related facility, or long-term care facility.

(2)”Other professional” means an attorney, certified public accountant, public accountant, architect, veterinarian, pharmacist, and professional engineer licensed or otherwise legally authorized by a state to render professional services.