In this chapter:
(1) “Nonurban health care facility” means a hospital licensed under Chapter 241, Health and Safety Code, or other licensed health care facility in this state that is located in a rural area as defined by § 845.002, Insurance Code.
(2) “Pediatric specialist” means a physician who is certified in general pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics or American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics.
(3) “Pediatric subspecialist” means a physician who is certified in a pediatric subspecialty by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics.
(4) “Pediatric tele-specialty provider” means a pediatric health care facility in this state that offers continuous access to telemedicine medical services provided by pediatric subspecialists.
(5) “Physician” means a person licensed to practice medicine in this state.
(6) “Program” means the pediatric tele-connectivity resource program for rural Texas established under this chapter.
(7) “Telemedicine medical services” means health care services delivered to a patient:
(A) by a physician acting within the scope of the physician’s license or a health professional acting under the delegation and supervision of a physician and within the scope of the health professional’s license;
(B) from a physical location that is different from the patient’s location; and
(C) using telecommunications or information technology.

Text of section effective until April 01, 2025