Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 36, September 6, 2024
Section 65-29-2 - DefinitionsAs used in this legislative rule, all terms that are defined in W. Va. Code § 16-2D-2 have those same meanings which are in some cases further clarified in this rule. All terms not defined in W. Va. Code § 16-2D-2 have the following meanings unless the context expressly requires otherwise.
2.1.a. "Authority" means the West Virginia Health Care Authority which is designated to administer the Certificate of Need program by W. Va. Code § 16-2D-3(a)(1). 2.1.b. "Medically underserved population" is defined on a county-by-county basis. Applicants seeking an exemption for a proposed new end-stage renal disease treatment facility under this rule shall identify the service area as the county where the new facility is proposed to be located. For purposes of this rule only, a county service area with fewer than 50,000 residents is deemed to be a medically underserved population if there is no kidney disease treatment center located less than six driving miles from the location provided in the exemption application. 2.1.c. "Statute" means the West Virginia Health Care Authority Certificate of Need statute, W. Va. Code § 16-2D-1et seq.2.1.d. "Verification" means a statement made under oath before a notary public that the information is knowingly provided and is true and correct.