Washington Administrative Code
Title 246 - Health, Department of
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS AND LICENSING
Chapter 246-850 - Orthotics and prosthetics rules
Section 246-850-010 - Definitions
Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024
The definitions in RCW 18.200.010 and this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
(1) "Maintenance of an orthosis or prosthesis" includes replacement or repair of component parts that is equivalent to the original component and is required due to wear or failure. Maintenance of an orthosis or prosthesis does not include altering the original components or complete replacement of the orthosis or prosthesis.
(2) "NCOPE" means the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education.
(3) "CAAHEP" means the Commission for Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
Statutory Authority: RCW 18.200.050(1). 98-21-086, § 246-850-010, filed 10/21/98, effective 11/21/98.