§ 20-10-2101 - Definitions. - Arkansas Statutes

20-10-2101. Definitions.

As used in this subchapter:

(1) "Long-term care facility" means a nursing facility or a licensed level II assisted living facility;

(2) "Medicaid" means the medical assistance program established under 20-77-101 et seq.;

(3) "Nursing facility" has the same meaning as in 20-10-1401;

(4) "Options counseling for long-term care" means the process of providing service under the Arkansas Options Counseling for Long-Term Care Program; and

(5) "Representative" means a family member, attorney, hospital social worker, or any other person chosen by an individual to act on behalf of the individual:

(A) Seeking a long-term care consultation; or

(B) Admitted to a long-term care facility January 1, 2008, or later.