Washington Code 41.05A.010 – Definitions
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The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise:
Terms Used In Washington Code 41.05A.010
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
(1) “Assistance” means all programs administered by the authority.
(2) “Authority” means the Washington state health care authority.
(3) “Director” means the director of the Washington state health care authority.
(4) “Overpayment” means any payment or benefit to a recipient or to a vendor in excess of that to which is entitled by law, rule, or contract, including amounts in dispute.
(5) “Vendor” means a person or entity that provides goods or services to or for clientele of the authority and that controls operational decisions.
NOTES:
Effective date—Findings—Intent—Report—Agency transfer—References to head of health care authority—Draft legislation—2011 1st sp.s. c 15: See notes following RCW 74.09.010.