52.320 - Definitions. - Nevada Statutes

52.320  Definitions.  As used in NRS 52.320 to 52.375, inclusive, unless the context otherwise requires:

      1.  “Custodian of medical records” means a chiropractor, 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.

      (Added to NRS by 1983, 535)