Revised Code of Washington
Chapter 48.87 - Midwives and Birthing Centers—Joint Underwriting Association.
48.87.020 - Definitions.

RCW 48.87.020
Definitions.

Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.
(1) "Association" means the joint underwriting association established under this chapter.
(2) "Midwifery and birth center malpractice insurance" means insurance coverage against the legal liability of the insured and against loss damage or expense incident to a claim arising out of the death or injury of a person as a result of negligence or malpractice in rendering professional service by a licensee.
(3) "Licensee" means a person or facility licensed to provide midwifery services under chapter 18.50, 18.79, or 18.46 RCW.

[ 2002 c 300 § 1; 1993 c 112 § 2.]