In this subchapter:
(1) “Applicant therapeutic optometrist” means a therapeutic optometrist applying for expedited credentialing under this subchapter.
(2) “Enrollee” means an individual who is eligible to receive health care services under a managed care plan.
(3) “Health care provider” has the meaning assigned by Section 1452.151.
(4) “Managed care plan” has the meaning assigned by Section 1452.151.
(5) “Participating provider” means a health care provider who has contracted with a health benefit plan issuer to provide services to enrollees.
(6) “Professional practice” means a business entity that is owned by one or more therapeutic optometrists or physicians.