Nevada Revised Statutes 52.320 – Definitions
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As used in NRS 52.320 to 52.375, inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires:
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 52.320
- person: means a natural person, any form of business or social organization and any other nongovernmental legal entity including, but not limited to, a corporation, partnership, association, trust or unincorporated organization. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.039
- physician: means a person who engages in the practice of medicine, including osteopathy and homeopathy. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.040
1. ’Custodian of medical records’ means a chiropractic physician, naprapath, physician, registered physical therapist or licensed nurse who prepares and maintains medical records, or any employee or agent of such a person or a facility for convalescent care, medical laboratory or hospital who has care, custody and control of medical records for such a person or institution.
2. ’Medical records’ includes bills, ledgers, statements and other accounts which show the cost of medical services or care provided to a patient.