SECTION 98.1. Definitions

Words and terms defined in Chapter 73 of the Business & Commerce Code shall have the same meaning in this chapter. In addition the following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

(1) Dental Support Agreement--The agreement under which a dental support organization provides two or more business support services to a dentist.

(2) Non-Dentist Owner--A person, including a corporation, association, limited partnership, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, sole proprietorship, or other legal entity, who is not a licensed dentist but maintains 10% or more ownership in a dental support organization.

(3) Professional Entity--A professional corporation, professional limited liability company, professional association, general partnership that provides a professional service, or limited partnership that provides a professional service.

Source Note: The provisions of this §98.1 adopted to be effective April 10, 2016, 41 TexReg 2473