§ 20-9-501 - Definition. - Arkansas Statutes

20-9-501. Definition.

As used in this subchapter, "peer review committee" or "committee" means a committee of a hospital medical staff or a committee of a state or local professional association that is formed to:

(1) Evaluate and improve the quality of health care rendered by providers of health services; or

(2) Determine that:

(A) Health services rendered were professionally indicated or were performed in compliance with the applicable standard of care; or

(B) The cost of health care rendered was considered reasonable by the providers of professional health services in the area.