As used in this subchapter:
(1) “Entity” means any person, organization, or business entity of any type that engages a healthcare provider as an employee, independent contractor, member, or in any other capacity for the practice of medicine as defined in § 17-95-202.
(2) “Entity” does not include insurance companies, health maintenance organizations, or hospital and medical service corporations;
(3) “Existing patient” means a person who is seen for a medical diagnosis or treatment, or both, by a healthcare provider within the previous twelve (12) months as evidenced by an entry in the medical record of the patient.
(4) The twelve-month period described in subdivision (2)(A) of this section shall be calculated by counting back twelve (12) months from the later of the following dates: The date that the healthcare provider's relationship with the entity terminates; or
(5) The date that the healthcare provider gave the entity notice of a new practice location; and
(6) “Healthcare provider” means a person who: Is licensed by: The Arkansas State Medical Board;
(7) The Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners;
(8) The Arkansas State Board of Nursing;
(9) The Arkansas State Board of Chiropractic Examiners;
(10) The Arkansas Board of Podiatric Medicine; or
(11) The State Board of Optometry; and
(12) Has ultimate responsibility and legal liability for the care of the patient.